Baghan - Ranikhet, Almora
Baghan is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Badhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghan is 052418. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.13 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Baghan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Baghan
As per Census 2011, Baghan village has a total population of 3,589 people, consisting of 1,891 males and 1,698 females. The village has 857 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,978 literate and 611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,589 | 1,891 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 206 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 330 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,978 | 1,654 | 1,324 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 237 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Baghan
Baghan 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 Baghan
Baghan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Ranikhet to Baghan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Baghan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghan 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 Baghan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghan 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 Baghan
Where is Baghan located?
Baghan village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghan?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghan is Badhad.
What is the pincode of Baghan?
The pincode of Baghan is 263652.
What is the population of Baghan?
Baghan has a total population of 3,589, including 1,891 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Baghan?
There are 857 households in Baghan.
What is the literacy rate in Baghan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghan is 82.98%. Male literacy is 87.47% and female literacy is 77.97%.