Bagour - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Bagour is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Dhari and around 75 km from Nainital. Okhalkanda Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagour is 055035. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.37 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bagour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagour
According to the 2011 Census, Bagour village had a total population of 93 people, including 48 males and 45 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 71.79%.
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 | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bagour
Bagour 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 Bagour
Bagour is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhimtal to Bagour is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Bagour is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagour 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bagour
Where is Bagour located?
Bagour village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bagour?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagour is Okhalkanda Malla.
What is the pincode of Bagour?
The pincode of Bagour is 263157.
What is the population of Bagour?
Bagour had a total population of 93, including 48 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Bagour?
Bagour had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagour was 79.22%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 71.79%.