Bhaisya Gangashri - Sult, Almora
Bhaisya Gangashri is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 201 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Budakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaisya Gangashri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaisya Gangashri is 052163. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.38 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Bhaisya Gangashri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhaisya Gangashri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaisya Gangashri village had a total population of 118 people, including 49 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,408 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.82%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 56.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 118 | 49 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 8 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaisya Gangashri
Bhaisya Gangashri 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 Bhaisya Gangashri
Public transport in the Bhaisya Gangashri is mainly available through shared van services. Bhaisya Gangashri has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bhaisya Gangashri is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhaisya Gangashri is about 201 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaisya Gangashri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaisya Gangashri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaisya Gangashri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaisya Gangashri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhaisya Gangashri
Where is Bhaisya Gangashri located?
Bhaisya Gangashri village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaisya Gangashri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaisya Gangashri is Budakot.
What is the pincode of Bhaisya Gangashri?
The pincode of Bhaisya Gangashri is 244715.
What is the population of Bhaisya Gangashri?
Bhaisya Gangashri had a total population of 118, including 49 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Bhaisya Gangashri?
Bhaisya Gangashri had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaisya Gangashri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaisya Gangashri was 72.82%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 56.67%.