Bakoria - Poornagiri, Champawat
Bakoria is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Budam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakoria is 054395. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.14 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bakoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bakoria
According to the 2011 Census, Bakoria village had a total population of 134 people, including 69 males and 65 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.38%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 46.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 40 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Bakoria
Bakoria 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 Bakoria
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bakoria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Bakoria is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bakoria is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakoria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakoria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakoria
Where is Bakoria located?
Bakoria village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakoria is Budam.
What is the pincode of Bakoria?
The pincode of Bakoria is 262523.
What is the population of Bakoria?
Bakoria had a total population of 134, including 69 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Bakoria?
Bakoria had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakoria was 62.38%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 46.94%.