Barakot
Barakot is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Barakot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barakot unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Barakot’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 Barakot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakot is 054179. The village spans a total geographical area of 519.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262527. Lohaghat is nearest town to Barakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Barakot
Population of Barakot
According to the 2011 Census, Barakot has a total population of about 1,122, with approximately 528 males and 594 females. The sex ratio is around 1125 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 411 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.51%, with male literacy at about 77.46% and female literacy near 54.88%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Barakot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakot. As per the 2011 stats, Barakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakot
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakot
- Where is Barakot located?
- Barakot village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakot?
- Barakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barakot?
- The pincode of Barakot is 262527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakot is 1,122, with 528 males and 594 females.
- How many households are there in Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakot village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakot is 65.51%. The male literacy rate is 77.46%, while the female literacy rate is 54.88%.