Pachana - Garud, Bageshwar
Pachana is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pachana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachana is 051428. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.27 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pachana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachana
According to the 2011 Census, Pachana village had a total population of 484 people, including 219 males and 265 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,210 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.29%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 70.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373.
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 | 484 | 219 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 165 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 155 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 64 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Pachana
Pachana 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 Pachana
Pachana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Pachana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pachana
Where is Pachana located?
Pachana village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachana?
Pachana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pachana?
The pincode of Pachana is 263641.
What is the population of Pachana?
Pachana had a total population of 484, including 219 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Pachana?
Pachana had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachana was 79.29%. Male literacy was 91.18% and female literacy was 70.35%.