Faltniya - Bageshwar
Faltniya is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Faltania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Faltniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Faltniya is 051042. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.33 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Faltniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Faltniya
As per Census 2011, Faltniya village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 287 males and 308 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Faltniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 287 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 55 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Faltniya
Faltniya 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 Faltniya
Faltniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bageshwar to Faltniya is about 2 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 Faltniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Faltniya 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Faltniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Faltniya 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 Faltniya
Where is Faltniya located?
Faltniya village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Faltniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Faltniya is Faltania.
What is the pincode of Faltniya?
The pincode of Faltniya is 263642.
What is the population of Faltniya?
Faltniya has a total population of 595, including 287 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Faltniya?
There are 119 households in Faltniya.
What is the literacy rate in Faltniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Faltniya is 75.46%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 70.45%.