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.
Barakot has its own place in the vibrant Champawat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Barakot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakot village:
- The total population of Barakot village is around 1,122, including approximately 528 males and 594 females, with a sex ratio of 1125 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Barakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakot village has 411 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barakot village is about 65.51%, with male literacy at 77.46% and female literacy at 54.88%.
- There are around 268 households in Barakot village.
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%.