Bakswar - Jainti, Almora
Bakswar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Surchaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakswar is 053502. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.31 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bakswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakswar
According to the 2011 Census, Bakswar village had a total population of 109 people, including 55 males and 54 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 69.57%.
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 | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Bakswar
Bakswar 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 Bakswar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bakswar.
| 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 Bakswar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakswar
Where is Bakswar located?
Bakswar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakswar is Surchaura.
What is the pincode of Bakswar?
The pincode of Bakswar is 263626.
What is the population of Bakswar?
Bakswar had a total population of 109, including 55 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Bakswar?
Bakswar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakswar was 82.61%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 69.57%.