Kwarali - Someshwar, Almora
Kwarali 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 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kwarali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kwarali is 053301. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.78 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Kwarali 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 Kwarali
According to the 2011 Census, Kwarali village had a total population of 255 people, including 112 males and 143 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.94%, with male literacy at 95.92% and female literacy at 71.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 255 | 112 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 18 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kwarali
Kwarali 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 Kwarali
Kwarali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kwarali is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kwarali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kwarali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kwarali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kwarali 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 Kwarali
Where is Kwarali located?
Kwarali village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kwarali?
Kwarali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kwarali?
The pincode of Kwarali is 263637.
What is the population of Kwarali?
Kwarali had a total population of 255, including 112 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kwarali?
Kwarali had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kwarali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwarali was 81.94%. Male literacy was 95.92% and female literacy was 71.32%.