Bagi Choti - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Bagi Choti is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Kotdwara and around 117 km from Pauri. Bagi Chhoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagi Choti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagi Choti is 048400. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.3 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bagi Choti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagi Choti
As per Census 2011, Bagi Choti village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 71 males and 84 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,183 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 52 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagi Choti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bagi Choti
Bagi Choti 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 Bagi Choti
Public transport in the Bagi Choti is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dogadda to Bagi Choti is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bagi Choti is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagi Choti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagi Choti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagi Choti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagi Choti 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 Bagi Choti
Where is Bagi Choti located?
Bagi Choti village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagi Choti?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagi Choti is Bagi Chhoti.
What is the pincode of Bagi Choti?
The pincode of Bagi Choti is 246144.
What is the population of Bagi Choti?
Bagi Choti has a total population of 155, including 71 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bagi Choti?
There are 46 households in Bagi Choti.
What is the literacy rate in Bagi Choti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagi Choti is 66.45%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 57.14%.