Bhatgar - Someshwar, Almora
Bhatgar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhatgarmaafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatgar is 053371. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.6 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhatgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatgar
As per Census 2011, Bhatgar village has a total population of 252 people, consisting of 132 males and 120 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatgar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 111 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatgar
Bhatgar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhatgar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhatgar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bhatgar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatgar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatgar
Where is Bhatgar located?
Bhatgar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatgar is Bhatgarmaafi.
What is the pincode of Bhatgar?
The pincode of Bhatgar is 263638.
What is the population of Bhatgar?
Bhatgar has a total population of 252, including 132 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bhatgar?
There are 44 households in Bhatgar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatgar is 76.19%. Male literacy is 84.09% and female literacy is 67.50%.