Are - Bageshwar
Are is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Aarey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Are village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Are is 050928. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.23 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Are 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Are
According to the 2011 Census, Are village had a total population of 564 people, including 287 males and 277 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.42%, with male literacy at 97.12% and female literacy at 78.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 564 | 287 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 149 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 236 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 51 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Are
Are 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 Are
Are is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Are is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Are
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Are 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Are
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Are 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Are
Where is Are located?
Are village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Are?
The Gram Panchayat of Are is Aarey.
What is the pincode of Are?
The pincode of Are is 263642.
What is the population of Are?
Are had a total population of 564, including 287 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Are?
Are had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Are?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Are was 87.42%. Male literacy was 97.12% and female literacy was 78.00%.