Bheta - Someshwar, Almora
Bheta is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhaita serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheta is 053264. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.36 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bheta 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 Bheta
As per Census 2011, Bheta village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 103 males and 176 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,708 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bheta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 103 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 14 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 17 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Bheta
Bheta 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 Bheta
Bheta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bheta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bheta is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheta 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bheta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bheta
Where is Bheta located?
Bheta village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bheta is Bhaita.
What is the pincode of Bheta?
The pincode of Bheta is 263601.
What is the population of Bheta?
Bheta has a total population of 279, including 103 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Bheta?
There are 75 households in Bheta.
What is the literacy rate in Bheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheta is 65.59%. Male literacy is 83.50% and female literacy is 55.11%.