Barikhet - Garud, Bageshwar
Barikhet is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Amoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barikhet is 051397. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.18 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barikhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Barikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Barikhet village had a total population of 81 people, including 41 males and 40 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.32%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 77.14%.
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 | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Barikhet
Barikhet 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 Barikhet
Public transport in the Barikhet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bageshwar to Barikhet is about 26 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 Barikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barikhet 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barikhet 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 Barikhet
Where is Barikhet located?
Barikhet village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Barikhet is Amoli.
What is the pincode of Barikhet?
The pincode of Barikhet is 263641.
What is the population of Barikhet?
Barikhet had a total population of 81, including 41 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Barikhet?
Barikhet had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barikhet was 87.32%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 77.14%.