Bajwar - Garud, Bageshwar
Bajwar is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Katarmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajwar is 051451. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.48 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bajwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bajwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bajwar village had a total population of 305 people, including 137 males and 168 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,226 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.28%, with male literacy at 97.54% and female literacy at 74.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 305 | 137 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 119 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 18 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bajwar
Bajwar 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 Bajwar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bajwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bajwar is about 36 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 Bajwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajwar 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 Bajwar
Where is Bajwar located?
Bajwar village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajwar is Katarmal.
What is the pincode of Bajwar?
The pincode of Bajwar is 263635.
What is the population of Bajwar?
Bajwar had a total population of 305, including 137 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Bajwar?
Bajwar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajwar was 85.28%. Male literacy was 97.54% and female literacy was 74.83%.