Baragaon - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Baragaon is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkarnagar. Baragaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baragaon is 167541. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.06 hectares and falls under the 224155 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Baragaon 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 Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Baragaon village had a total population of 1,570 people, including 792 males and 778 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 69.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
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 | 1,570 | 792 | 778 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 167 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,034 | 576 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 216 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Baragaon
Baragaon 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 Baragaon
Public transport in the Baragaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauliya to Baragaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkarnagar to Baragaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baragaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baragaon
Where is Baragaon located?
Baragaon village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baragaon?
Baragaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baragaon?
The pincode of Baragaon is 224155.
What is the population of Baragaon?
Baragaon had a total population of 1,570, including 792 males and 778 females.
How many households are there in Baragaon?
Baragaon had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baragaon was 77.34%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 69.29%.