Bhargaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Bhargaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhargaon is 052474. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.47 hectares and falls under the 263651 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhargaon 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 Bhargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhargaon village had a total population of 469 people, including 214 males and 255 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.78%, with male literacy at 95.11% and female literacy at 78.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 469 | 214 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 89 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 175 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 39 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Bhargaon
Bhargaon 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 Bhargaon
Public transport in the Bhargaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ranikhet to Bhargaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhargaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhargaon 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 Bhargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhargaon 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 Bhargaon
Where is Bhargaon located?
Bhargaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhargaon is Bhadgaon.
What is the pincode of Bhargaon?
The pincode of Bhargaon is 263651.
What is the population of Bhargaon?
Bhargaon had a total population of 469, including 214 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Bhargaon?
Bhargaon had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhargaon was 85.78%. Male literacy was 95.11% and female literacy was 78.35%.