Baram
Baram is a village located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Baram village is also a gram panchayat.
Baram has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Baram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baram is 049130. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262544. Dharchula is nearest town to Baram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
When it comes to local governance, Baram village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Baram
Population of Baram
Below is a concise population overview of Baram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,043 | 561 | 482 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 233 | 199 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Literate Population | 694 | 413 | 281 |
Illiterate Population | 349 | 148 | 201 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baram village:
- The total population of Baram village is around 1,043, including approximately 561 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 165 children aged 0–6 years in Baram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baram village has 432 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 40 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baram village is about 66.54%, with male literacy at 73.62% and female literacy at 58.30%.
- There are around 242 households in Baram village.
Connectivity of Baram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baram. As per the 2011 stats, Baram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baram
Knowing the nearby villages of Baram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baram
- Where is Baram located?
- Baram village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baram?
- Baram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baram?
- The pincode of Baram is 262544, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baram is 1,043, with 561 males and 482 females.
- How many households are there in Baram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baram village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baram is 66.54%. The male literacy rate is 73.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.