Bajani - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Bajani is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bajani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajani is 049307. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.84 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bajani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajani
As per Census 2011, Bajani village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 139 males and 145 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 139 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 114 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 25 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Bajani
Bajani 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 Bajani
Public transport in the Bajani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bajani is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bajani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bajani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bajani
Where is Bajani located?
Bajani village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajani?
Bajani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bajani?
The pincode of Bajani is 262551.
What is the population of Bajani?
Bajani has a total population of 284, including 139 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Bajani?
There are 68 households in Bajani.
What is the literacy rate in Bajani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajani is 68.66%. Male literacy is 82.01% and female literacy is 55.86%.