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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bajwar
As per Census 2011, Bajwar village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 137 males and 168 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,226 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 137 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 15 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| 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 has a total population of 305, including 137 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Bajwar?
There are 73 households in Bajwar.
What is the literacy rate in Bajwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajwar is 74.10%. Male literacy is 86.86% and female literacy is 63.69%.