Baghar - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Baghar is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bagharr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghar is 050575. The village covers a total geographical area of 1848.87 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Baghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Baghar
According to the 2011 Census, Baghar village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 887 males and 884 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 67.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 1,771 | 887 | 884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 148 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 168 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 673 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 214 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Baghar
Baghar 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 Baghar
Baghar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baghar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baghar
Where is Baghar located?
Baghar village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghar is Bagharr.
What is the pincode of Baghar?
The pincode of Baghar is 263632.
What is the population of Baghar?
Baghar had a total population of 1,771, including 887 males and 884 females.
How many households are there in Baghar?
Baghar had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghar was 78.94%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 67.02%.