Vagibadi - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Vagibadi is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Kotdwara and around 132 km from Pauri. Bagi Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vagibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vagibadi is 048362. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.62 hectares and falls under the 249301 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Vagibadi 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 Vagibadi
As per Census 2011, Vagibadi village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 67 males and 80 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vagibadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 67 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Vagibadi
Vagibadi 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 Vagibadi
Vagibadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Vagibadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Vagibadi is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vagibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vagibadi 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 Vagibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vagibadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vagibadi
Where is Vagibadi located?
Vagibadi village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vagibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vagibadi is Bagi Badi.
What is the pincode of Vagibadi?
The pincode of Vagibadi is 249301.
What is the population of Vagibadi?
Vagibadi has a total population of 147, including 67 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Vagibadi?
There are 31 households in Vagibadi.
What is the literacy rate in Vagibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vagibadi is 76.19%. Male literacy is 88.06% and female literacy is 66.25%.