Baram Lagga Chaukuna - Jainti, Almora
Baram Lagga Chaukuna 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 79 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaukana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baram Lagga Chaukuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baram Lagga Chaukuna is 053514. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.87 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Baram Lagga Chaukuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Baram Lagga Chaukuna
According to the 2011 Census, Baram Lagga Chaukuna village had a total population of 255 people, including 126 males and 129 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.22%, with male literacy at 81.98% and female literacy at 50.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 91 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 35 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Baram Lagga Chaukuna
Baram Lagga Chaukuna 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 Baram Lagga Chaukuna
Baram Lagga Chaukuna 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Baram Lagga Chaukuna is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baram Lagga Chaukuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baram Lagga Chaukuna 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 Baram Lagga Chaukuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baram Lagga Chaukuna 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 Baram Lagga Chaukuna
Where is Baram Lagga Chaukuna located?
Baram Lagga Chaukuna village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baram Lagga Chaukuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Baram Lagga Chaukuna is Chaukana.
What is the pincode of Baram Lagga Chaukuna?
The pincode of Baram Lagga Chaukuna is 263626.
What is the population of Baram Lagga Chaukuna?
Baram Lagga Chaukuna had a total population of 255, including 126 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Baram Lagga Chaukuna?
Baram Lagga Chaukuna had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baram Lagga Chaukuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baram Lagga Chaukuna was 66.22%. Male literacy was 81.98% and female literacy was 50.88%.