Almora (Hindi: अल्मोड़ा) is a municipal board, a cantonment town in the Almora district in the state of Uttarakhand, in north-western India. Almora is a town full of activity. It has a rich cultural heritage and history. It is considered the cultural heart of the Kumaon region/division of Uttarakhand.
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Geography
Almora is located at 29°37′N 79°40′E / 29.62°N 79.67°E / 29.62; 79.67.
It has an average elevation of 1,651 metres (5,417 feet).
It lies on a ridge at the southern edge of the Kumaon Hills of the Himalaya range. It is surrounded by thick forests of pine and fir trees. F flowing alongside the city are rivers of Koshi Kaushiki) and
Suyal(salmale). Snow capped Himalayas can be seen in the background.
Demographics
As of 2001 India census, Almora had a population of 30,613. Males number 16,443 and constitute roughly 53.7% of the population and females number 14,170 or roughly 46.3%. Almora has an average literacy rate of 84.09%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 86.39% of the males and 81.43% of females literate. Nearly 10% of the population is under 6 years of age.
In India census 2001, Almora Cantonment Board was considered a separate entity. It had a population of 1,744. Males number 1,126 and constitute roughly 64.6% of the population and females number 618 or roughly 35.4%. Almora Cantonment Board has an average literacy rate of 79.59%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 86.59% of the males and 66.83% of females literate. Nearly 13.5% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Quotes
“These mountains are associated with the best memories of our race: Here, therefore, must be one of centers, not merely of activity, but more of calmness of meditation, and of peace and I hope some one to realize it.” – Swami Vivekananda (replying to the address given to him by the people of Almora.)
“In these hills, Nature’s hospitality eclipses all that man can ever do. The enchanting beauty of the Himalayas, their bracing climate and the soothing green that envelops you, leave nothing more to be desired. I wonder whether the scenery of these hills and the climate are to be surpassed, if equalled, by any of the beauty spots of the world. After having been for nearly three weeks in the Almora hills, I am more than ever amazed why our people need to go to Europe in search of health.”- Mahatma Gandhi
Famous Personalities
Sir Ronald Ross, famous Malaria Scientist and Noble laureate was born here.
American Actress Uma Thurman spent large parts of her childhood at Crank’s Ridge, near Almora. Famous lyricist Prasoon Joshi, great artist Uday Shankar, Mohan Upreti, and a lot more artistic gems have their roots in Almora.
Famous Indian cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni, has his roots here. Dhoni’s father had a farm here before he settled in Ranchi in 1964.
P.C. Joshi the first chairman of he Communist Party of India (CPI) was born in Almora. Bharat Ratna Govind Ballabh Pant was born in Almora too.
Temples
Almora has many famous temples, including Kasar Devi, Banari Devi, Chitai, Jageshwar, Binsar Mahadev, Garhnath and Baijnath are some of the few notable places. Rudreshwar Mahadev Temple near Sanara Ganiya, is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is situated on the bank of the river Ram Ganga. A sun temple (only the second in the world) is located at Katarmal within a short distance from the town.
Devi Maa temple is very-very femouse in Manila this area in the Almora district in the state of Uttarakhand, India.
District Administration
Presently District administration is headed by District Magistrate who is also the head of the Civil Service in the entire district. However, the District Magistrate is subservient to the District Judge. The District Magistrate is empowered to decide on issues relating to public law and order and general administration. Under the District Magistrate are Additional District Magistrate and Sub-divisional Magistrates. The number of sub-divisional magistrates vary from district to district. Presently there are nine sub-divisions in Almora.
district.
List of District Magistrates
- Shri Chanar Ram
- Shri Rajeev Chandra
- Smt. Nidhi Mani Tripathi
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