Bilori - Someshwar, Almora
Bilori is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bayala Khalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilori is 053317. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.95 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Bilori 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 Bilori
According to the 2011 Census, Bilori village had a total population of 50 people, including 21 males and 29 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,381 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Bilori
Bilori 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 Bilori
Bilori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilori is about 44 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 Bilori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilori
Where is Bilori located?
Bilori village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilori?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilori is Bayala Khalsa.
What is the pincode of Bilori?
The pincode of Bilori is 263637.
What is the population of Bilori?
Bilori had a total population of 50, including 21 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Bilori?
Bilori had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilori was 82.93%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.83%.