Birluwa - Someshwar, Almora
Birluwa is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Adhuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birluwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birluwa is 053314. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.51 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Birluwa 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 Birluwa
As per Census 2011, Birluwa village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 31 males and 50 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,612 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birluwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 31 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 31 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 8 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Birluwa
Birluwa 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 Birluwa
Birluwa 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 Birluwa is about 46 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 Birluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birluwa 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Birluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birluwa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Birluwa
Where is Birluwa located?
Birluwa village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birluwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Birluwa is Adhuria.
What is the pincode of Birluwa?
The pincode of Birluwa is 263637.
What is the population of Birluwa?
Birluwa has a total population of 81, including 31 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Birluwa?
There are 19 households in Birluwa.
What is the literacy rate in Birluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birluwa is 59.26%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 50.00%.