Bohala - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Bohala is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar and around 30 km from Bageshwar. Bohala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohala is 051229. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.73 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bohala 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 Bohala
As per Census 2011, Bohala village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 358 males and 426 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bohala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 358 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 272 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 86 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Bohala
Bohala 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 Bohala
Bohala 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 Bohala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bohala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bohala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bohala
Where is Bohala located?
Bohala village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bohala?
Bohala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bohala?
The pincode of Bohala is 263628.
What is the population of Bohala?
Bohala has a total population of 784, including 358 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Bohala?
There are 181 households in Bohala.
What is the literacy rate in Bohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohala is 65.82%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 57.28%.