Bairakh - Pati, Champawat
Bairakh is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Bhainskar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairakh is 054003. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.77 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bairakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairakh
According to the 2011 Census, Bairakh village had a total population of 197 people, including 100 males and 97 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 77.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Bairakh
Bairakh 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 Bairakh
Bairakh 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Bairakh is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bairakh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairakh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bairakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairakh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bairakh
Where is Bairakh located?
Bairakh village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bairakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairakh is Bhainskar.
What is the pincode of Bairakh?
The pincode of Bairakh is 262561.
What is the population of Bairakh?
Bairakh had a total population of 197, including 100 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Bairakh?
Bairakh had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bairakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairakh was 87.79%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 77.38%.