Bhelgar - Someshwar, Almora
Bhelgar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sakniya Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhelgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhelgar is 053383. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.09 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhelgar 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 Bhelgar
As per Census 2011, Bhelgar village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 52 males and 66 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,269 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 26 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhelgar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 52 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bhelgar
Bhelgar 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 Bhelgar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhelgar.
| 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 Bhelgar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhelgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhelgar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhelgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhelgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhelgar
Where is Bhelgar located?
Bhelgar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhelgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhelgar is Sakniya Kot.
What is the pincode of Bhelgar?
The pincode of Bhelgar is 263637.
What is the population of Bhelgar?
Bhelgar has a total population of 118, including 52 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bhelgar?
There are 24 households in Bhelgar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhelgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhelgar is 77.97%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 74.24%.