Barakot - Barakot, Champawat
Barakot is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Lohaghat and around 28 km from Champawat. Barakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakot is 054179. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.71 hectares and falls under the 262525 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barakot
As per Census 2011, Barakot village has a total population of 1,122 people, consisting of 528 males and 594 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,122 | 528 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 411 | 199 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 409 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 119 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Barakot
Barakot 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 Barakot
Barakot 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 | 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 Lohaghat to Barakot is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Barakot is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barakot
Where is Barakot located?
Barakot village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakot?
Barakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barakot?
The pincode of Barakot is 262525.
What is the population of Barakot?
Barakot has a total population of 1,122, including 528 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Barakot?
There are 268 households in Barakot.
What is the literacy rate in Barakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakot is 65.51%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 54.88%.