Baling - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Baling is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baling village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baling is 049082. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.23 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Baling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baling
As per Census 2011, Baling village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 175 males and 140 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 175 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 146 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Baling
Baling 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 Baling
Public transport in the Baling is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Baling is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baling is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baling 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 Baling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baling
Where is Baling located?
Baling village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baling?
Baling is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baling?
The pincode of Baling is 262545.
What is the population of Baling?
Baling has a total population of 315, including 175 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Baling?
There are 90 households in Baling.
What is the literacy rate in Baling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baling is 73.97%. Male literacy is 83.43% and female literacy is 62.14%.