Bara Gaon
Bara Gaon is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Baragaon is the gram panchayat of Bara Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Bara Gaon unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Bara Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bara Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Gaon is 040864. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Bara Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bara Gaon
Population of Bara Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Gaon has a total population of about 792, with approximately 394 males and 398 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 180 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.51%, with male literacy at about 85.03% and female literacy near 66.08%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bara Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 792 | 394 | 398 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Literate Population | 598 | 335 | 263 |
Illiterate Population | 194 | 59 | 135 |
Connectivity of Bara Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bara Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bara Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bara Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bara Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bara Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Gaon
- Where is Bara Gaon located?
- Bara Gaon village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bara Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bara Gaon is Baragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bara Gaon?
- The pincode of Bara Gaon is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bara Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Gaon is 792, with 394 males and 398 females.
- How many households are there in Bara Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bara Gaon village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bara Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Gaon is 75.51%. The male literacy rate is 85.03%, while the female literacy rate is 66.08%.