Beluri - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Beluri is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Simal Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beluri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beluri is 050082. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.78 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Beluri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beluri
According to the 2011 Census, Beluri village had a total population of 60 people, including 24 males and 36 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 84.38%.
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 | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Beluri
Beluri 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 Beluri
Beluri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Beluri is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beluri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beluri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Beluri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beluri 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Beluri
Where is Beluri located?
Beluri village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beluri?
The Gram Panchayat of Beluri is Simal Kot.
What is the pincode of Beluri?
The pincode of Beluri is 262522.
What is the population of Beluri?
Beluri had a total population of 60, including 24 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Beluri?
Beluri had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beluri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beluri was 88.46%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 84.38%.