Bhauri - Someshwar, Almora
Bhauri is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhauri is 053334. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.65 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bhauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Bhauri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhauri village had a total population of 270 people, including 127 males and 143 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.09%, with male literacy at 99.13% and female literacy at 64.23%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 270 | 127 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 114 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 13 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Bhauri
Bhauri 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 Bhauri
Bhauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bhauri is about 36 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 Bhauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhauri
Where is Bhauri located?
Bhauri village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhauri?
Bhauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhauri?
The pincode of Bhauri is 263638.
What is the population of Bhauri?
Bhauri had a total population of 270, including 127 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Bhauri?
Bhauri had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhauri was 81.09%. Male literacy was 99.13% and female literacy was 64.23%.