Baluwakot - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Baluwakot is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baluwakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baluwakot is 049140. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.66 hectares and falls under the 262576 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Baluwakot 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 Baluwakot
As per Census 2011, Baluwakot village has a total population of 5,455 people, consisting of 2,664 males and 2,791 females. The village has 1,225 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 643 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,859 literate and 1,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baluwakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,455 | 2,664 | 2,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 643 | 363 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,378 | 628 | 750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 3,859 | 2,102 | 1,757 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 562 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Baluwakot
Baluwakot 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 Baluwakot
Baluwakot 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 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 Baluwakot is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baluwakot is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baluwakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baluwakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baluwakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baluwakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baluwakot
Where is Baluwakot located?
Baluwakot village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baluwakot?
Baluwakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baluwakot?
The pincode of Baluwakot is 262576.
What is the population of Baluwakot?
Baluwakot has a total population of 5,455, including 2,664 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Baluwakot?
There are 1,225 households in Baluwakot.
What is the literacy rate in Baluwakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baluwakot is 70.74%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 62.95%.