Delmel - Kanda, Bageshwar
Delmel is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Palibagyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delmel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delmel is 050720. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.66 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Delmel 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 Delmel
According to the 2011 Census, Delmel village had a total population of 79 people, including 38 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.77%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.35%.
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 | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Delmel
Delmel 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 Delmel
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Delmel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Delmel is about 33 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 Delmel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delmel 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 Delmel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delmel 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 Delmel
Where is Delmel located?
Delmel village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Delmel?
The Gram Panchayat of Delmel is Palibagyali.
What is the pincode of Delmel?
The pincode of Delmel is 263631.
What is the population of Delmel?
Delmel had a total population of 79, including 38 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Delmel?
Delmel had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delmel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delmel was 90.77%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.35%.