Bajgaon - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Bajgaon is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bageshwar and around 20 km from Bageshwar. Bhanartoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajgaon is 051208. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.73 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bajgaon 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bajgaon village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.05%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Bajgaon
Bajgaon 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 Bajgaon
Bajgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bajgaon is about 20 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 Bajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajgaon 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 Bajgaon
Where is Bajgaon located?
Bajgaon village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajgaon is Bhanartoli.
What is the pincode of Bajgaon?
The pincode of Bajgaon is 263628.
What is the population of Bajgaon?
Bajgaon had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Bajgaon?
Bajgaon had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajgaon was 86.05%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.