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 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 Kwarali
As per Census 2011, Kwarali village has a total population of 255 people, consisting of 112 males and 143 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,276 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kwarali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 112 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 255, including 112 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kwarali?
There are 63 households in Kwarali.
What is the literacy rate in Kwarali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwarali is 72.94%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 64.34%.