Bigrakot - Pati, Champawat
Bigrakot is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Bigrakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigrakot is 054048. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.55 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bigrakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bigrakot
According to the 2011 Census, Bigrakot village had a total population of 393 people, including 199 males and 194 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.99%, with male literacy at 95.93% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 393 | 199 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 165 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 34 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Bigrakot
Bigrakot 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 Bigrakot
Bigrakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bigrakot is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bigrakot is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bigrakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigrakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bigrakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigrakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bigrakot
Where is Bigrakot located?
Bigrakot village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bigrakot?
Bigrakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bigrakot?
The pincode of Bigrakot is 262561.
What is the population of Bigrakot?
Bigrakot had a total population of 393, including 199 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Bigrakot?
Bigrakot had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bigrakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigrakot was 82.99%. Male literacy was 95.93% and female literacy was 69.33%.