Baman Gaon - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Baman Gaon is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Lansdowne and around 170 km from Pauri. Pali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baman Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baman Gaon is 047621. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.21 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Baman Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baman Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Baman Gaon village had a total population of 178 people, including 86 males and 92 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.24%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 64 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 22 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Baman Gaon
Baman Gaon 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 Baman Gaon
Public transport in the Baman Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Baman Gaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Baman Gaon is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baman Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baman Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baman Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baman Gaon 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 Baman Gaon
Where is Baman Gaon located?
Baman Gaon village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baman Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baman Gaon is Pali.
What is the pincode of Baman Gaon?
The pincode of Baman Gaon is 246179.
What is the population of Baman Gaon?
Baman Gaon had a total population of 178, including 86 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Baman Gaon?
Baman Gaon had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baman Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baman Gaon was 65.24%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 50.00%.