Bhalauri - Shama, Bageshwar
Bhalauri is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 130 km from Kapkot and around 105 km from Bageshwar. Kissmila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalauri is 050659. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.86 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Bhalauri 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 Bhalauri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhalauri village had a total population of 182 people, including 96 males and 86 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.13%, with male literacy at 86.25% and female literacy at 65.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 182 | 96 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalauri
Bhalauri 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 Bhalauri
Bhalauri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhalauri is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalauri 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 Bhalauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalauri 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 Bhalauri
Where is Bhalauri located?
Bhalauri village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhalauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalauri is Kissmila.
What is the pincode of Bhalauri?
The pincode of Bhalauri is 263642.
What is the population of Bhalauri?
Bhalauri had a total population of 182, including 96 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Bhalauri?
Bhalauri had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalauri was 76.13%. Male literacy was 86.25% and female literacy was 65.33%.