Baun
About Baun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baun village is 049081. Baun village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 77km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 173km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Baun village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 278.78 hectares. Baun has a total population of 477 peoples, out of which male population is 237 while female population is 240. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baun village is 67.09% out of which 77.22% males and 57.08% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in baun village. Pincode of baun village locality is 262546.
When it comes to administration, Baun 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, Baun village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to baun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
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Population of Baun
The population details of Baun 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 | 477 | 237 | 240 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 324 | 166 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 183 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 54 | 103 |
Connectivity of Baun
| 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 Baun
Where is Baun located?
Baun village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baun?
Baun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Baun?
The pincode of Baun is 262546, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baun is 477, with 237 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Baun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baun village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baun is 67.09%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 57.08%.