Baluwakot
About Baluwakot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baluwakot village is 049140. Baluwakot village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Baluwakot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 882.66 hectares. Baluwakot has a total population of 5,455 peoples, out of which male population is 2,664 while female population is 2,791. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1047 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baluwakot village is 70.74% out of which 78.90% males and 62.95% females are literate. There are about 1,225 houses in baluwakot village. Pincode of baluwakot village locality is 262576.
When it comes to administration, Baluwakot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baluwakot village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to baluwakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Baluwakot
The population details of Baluwakot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,455 | 2,664 | 2,791 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 643 | 363 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,378 | 628 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 3,859 | 2,102 | 1,757 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 562 | 1,034 |
Connectivity of Baluwakot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baluwakot
Where is Baluwakot located?
Baluwakot village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baluwakot?
Baluwakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Baluwakot?
The pincode of Baluwakot is 262576, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baluwakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baluwakot is 5,455, with 2,664 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Baluwakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baluwakot village has a total of 1,225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baluwakot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baluwakot is 70.74%. The male literacy rate is 78.90%, while the female literacy rate is 62.95%.