Bara Gaon - Joshimath, Chamoli
Bara Gaon is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Gaon is 040864. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.74 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bara Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bara Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Gaon village had a total population of 792 people, including 394 males and 398 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.46%, with male literacy at 95.99% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Gaon
Bara 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 Bara Gaon
Bara 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Joshimath to Bara Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bara Gaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bara 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 Bara Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bara Gaon
Where is Bara Gaon located?
Bara Gaon village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bara Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Gaon is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Bara Gaon?
The pincode of Bara Gaon is 246443.
What is the population of Bara Gaon?
Bara Gaon had a total population of 792, including 394 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Bara Gaon?
Bara Gaon had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Gaon was 84.46%. Male literacy was 95.99% and female literacy was 73.26%.