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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Baluwakot village had a total population of 5,455 people, including 2,664 males and 2,791 females, living in 1,225 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.20%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 69.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,378, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,455, including 2,664 males and 2,791 females.
How many households are there in Baluwakot?
Baluwakot had 1,225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baluwakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baluwakot was 80.20%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 69.97%.