Bor Balra - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Bor Balra is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Borbalra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bor Balra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bor Balra is 050517. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.97 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bor Balra 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 Bor Balra
According to the 2011 Census, Bor Balra village had a total population of 324 people, including 160 males and 164 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.47%, with male literacy at 91.85% and female literacy at 65.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 324 | 160 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 124 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 36 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bor Balra
Bor Balra 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 Bor Balra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bor Balra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bor Balra is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bor Balra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bor Balra 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 Bor Balra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bor Balra 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 Bor Balra
Where is Bor Balra located?
Bor Balra village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bor Balra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bor Balra is Borbalra.
What is the pincode of Bor Balra?
The pincode of Bor Balra is 263679.
What is the population of Bor Balra?
Bor Balra had a total population of 324, including 160 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Bor Balra?
Bor Balra had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bor Balra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bor Balra was 78.47%. Male literacy was 91.85% and female literacy was 65.47%.