Baret - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Baret is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Barait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baret village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baret is 050563. The village covers a total geographical area of 1026.88 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Baret 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 Baret
As per Census 2011, Baret village has a total population of 1,440 people, consisting of 697 males and 743 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baret are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 697 | 743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 121 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 198 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 522 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 175 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Baret
Baret 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 Baret
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Baret.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Baret is about 42 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 Baret
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baret village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baret
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baret 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 Baret
Where is Baret located?
Baret village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baret?
The Gram Panchayat of Baret is Barait.
What is the pincode of Baret?
The pincode of Baret is 263679.
What is the population of Baret?
Baret has a total population of 1,440, including 697 males and 743 females.
How many households are there in Baret?
There are 298 households in Baret.
What is the literacy rate in Baret?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baret is 63.96%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 53.70%.