Baragaon - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Baragaon is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Badagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baragaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baragaon is 133053. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.17 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town.
Baragaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baragaon
As per Census 2011, Baragaon village has a total population of 5,900 people, consisting of 3,159 males and 2,741 females. The village has 1,037 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 999 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,002 literate and 2,898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baragaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,900 | 3,159 | 2,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 999 | 534 | 465 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,384 | 741 | 643 |
| Literate Population | 3,002 | 1,842 | 1,160 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,898 | 1,317 | 1,581 |
Nearby Villages of Baragaon
Baragaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunwarpur | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Bhatpura Chandu | East | 1.36 km |
| Simara | West | 1.43 km |
| Majeedpur | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Veerampur | North | 1.47 km |
| Baderi Bheekh | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Mainari | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Nawalpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Kalandarganj | South | 2.05 km |
| Bilaiya | West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baragaon
Baragaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhakia Tiwari, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baragaon
Where is Baragaon located?
Baragaon village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baragaon is Badagaon.
What is the pincode of Baragaon?
The pincode of Baragaon is 242401.
What is the population of Baragaon?
Baragaon has a total population of 5,900, including 3,159 males and 2,741 females.
How many households are there in Baragaon?
There are 1,037 households in Baragaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baragaon is 50.88%. Male literacy is 58.31% and female literacy is 42.32%.