Baungling - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Baungling is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baungling village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baungling is 049111. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.93 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Baungling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baungling
As per Census 2011, Baungling village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 59 males and 70 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,186 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baungling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 59 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Baungling
Baungling 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 Baungling
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Baungling.
| 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 Baungling is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baungling is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baungling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baungling village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baungling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baungling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baungling
Where is Baungling located?
Baungling village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baungling?
Baungling is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baungling?
The pincode of Baungling is 262545.
What is the population of Baungling?
Baungling has a total population of 129, including 59 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Baungling?
There are 33 households in Baungling.
What is the literacy rate in Baungling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baungling is 53.49%. Male literacy is 66.10% and female literacy is 42.86%.