Barlgaon - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Barlgaon is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baral Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barlgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlgaon is 051935. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.18 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barlgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barlgaon
As per Census 2011, Barlgaon village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 134 males and 182 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,358 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barlgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 134 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 6 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 98 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 36 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Barlgaon
Barlgaon 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 Barlgaon
Barlgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ranikhet to Barlgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Barlgaon is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barlgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barlgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlgaon 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 Barlgaon
Where is Barlgaon located?
Barlgaon village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barlgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barlgaon is Baral Gaon.
What is the pincode of Barlgaon?
The pincode of Barlgaon is 263656.
What is the population of Barlgaon?
Barlgaon has a total population of 316, including 134 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Barlgaon?
There are 72 households in Barlgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barlgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlgaon is 63.61%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 56.59%.