Barakuna - Bhanoli, Almora
Barakuna is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Maram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakuna is 053619. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.77 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Barakuna 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakuna
According to the 2011 Census, Barakuna village had a total population of 206 people, including 108 males and 98 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 93.41% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 206 | 108 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Barakuna
Barakuna 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 Barakuna
Barakuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Almora to Barakuna is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barakuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakuna
Where is Barakuna located?
Barakuna village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barakuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakuna is Maram.
What is the pincode of Barakuna?
The pincode of Barakuna is 263622.
What is the population of Barakuna?
Barakuna had a total population of 206, including 108 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Barakuna?
Barakuna had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakuna was 82.86%. Male literacy was 93.41% and female literacy was 71.43%.