Saligaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Saligaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Bageshwar and around 31 km from Bageshwar. Gadera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saligaon is 051110. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.89 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Saligaon 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Saligaon village had a total population of 229 people, including 110 males and 119 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Saligaon
Saligaon 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 Saligaon
Public transport in the Saligaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Saligaon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saligaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saligaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saligaon
Where is Saligaon located?
Saligaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saligaon is Gadera.
What is the pincode of Saligaon?
The pincode of Saligaon is 263634.
What is the population of Saligaon?
Saligaon had a total population of 229, including 110 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Saligaon?
Saligaon had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saligaon was 91.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.