Baligaon - Pati, Champawat
Baligaon is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Patan Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baligaon is 054024. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.85 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Baligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Baligaon village had a total population of 108 people, including 56 males and 52 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.16%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 51.02%.
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 | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Baligaon
Baligaon 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 Baligaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Baligaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Baligaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Baligaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baligaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baligaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baligaon
Where is Baligaon located?
Baligaon village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baligaon is Patan Gaon.
What is the pincode of Baligaon?
The pincode of Baligaon is 262561.
What is the population of Baligaon?
Baligaon had a total population of 108, including 56 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Baligaon?
Baligaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baligaon was 63.16%. Male literacy was 76.09% and female literacy was 51.02%.