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 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 Bheta
According to the 2011 Census, Bheta village had a total population of 279 people, including 103 males and 176 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,709 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 96.63% and female literacy at 68.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 279 | 103 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 14 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 279, including 103 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Bheta?
Bheta had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheta was 79.22%. Male literacy was 96.63% and female literacy was 68.31%.