Baret - Machhor, Almora
Baret is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Sult and around 110 km from Almora. Baret village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baret is 052216. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.92 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Baret 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baret
According to the 2011 Census, Baret village had a total population of 240 people, including 111 males and 129 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 97.75% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 240 | 111 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 87 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 24 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Baret
Baret 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 Baret
Baret is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Baret is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Baret is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baret
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baret village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baret
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baret village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baret
Where is Baret located?
Baret village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baret?
Baret is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baret?
The pincode of Baret is 263646.
What is the population of Baret?
Baret had a total population of 240, including 111 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Baret?
Baret had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baret?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baret was 78.87%. Male literacy was 97.75% and female literacy was 62.86%.