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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bairakh
As per Census 2011, Bairakh village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 100 males and 97 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairakh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 197, including 100 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Bairakh?
There are 32 households in Bairakh.
What is the literacy rate in Bairakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairakh is 76.65%. Male literacy is 86.00% and female literacy is 67.01%.