Baguna - Ranikhet, Almora
Baguna is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baguna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baguna is 052437. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.95 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Baguna 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baguna
According to the 2011 Census, Baguna village had a total population of 479 people, including 195 males and 284 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,456 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 95.12% and female literacy at 73.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 479 | 195 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 156 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 39 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Baguna
Baguna 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 Baguna
Baguna 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 | 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 Baguna is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Baguna is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baguna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baguna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baguna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baguna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baguna
Where is Baguna located?
Baguna village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baguna?
Baguna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baguna?
The pincode of Baguna is 263652.
What is the population of Baguna?
Baguna had a total population of 479, including 195 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Baguna?
Baguna had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baguna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baguna was 82.14%. Male literacy was 95.12% and female literacy was 73.83%.