Falta - Someshwar, Almora
Falta 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. Chanoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falta is 053309. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.02 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Falta 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 Falta
According to the 2011 Census, Falta village had a total population of 71 people, including 26 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,731 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 71 | 26 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 2 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Falta
Falta 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 Falta
Public transport in the Falta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Falta 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 Falta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Falta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Falta
Where is Falta located?
Falta village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Falta?
The Gram Panchayat of Falta is Chanoli.
What is the pincode of Falta?
The pincode of Falta is 263637.
What is the population of Falta?
Falta had a total population of 71, including 26 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Falta?
Falta had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falta was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.