Baruwa Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Baruwa Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chounala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baruwa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baruwa Gaon is 050703. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.12 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Baruwa Gaon 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baruwa Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Baruwa Gaon village had a total population of 81 people, including 39 males and 42 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.01%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 39 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Baruwa Gaon
Baruwa Gaon 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 Baruwa Gaon
Baruwa Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Baruwa Gaon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baruwa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baruwa Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baruwa Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baruwa Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baruwa Gaon
Where is Baruwa Gaon located?
Baruwa Gaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baruwa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baruwa Gaon is Chounala.
What is the pincode of Baruwa Gaon?
The pincode of Baruwa Gaon is 263619.
What is the population of Baruwa Gaon?
Baruwa Gaon had a total population of 81, including 39 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Baruwa Gaon?
Baruwa Gaon had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baruwa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baruwa Gaon was 71.01%. Male literacy was 84.85% and female literacy was 58.33%.