Bakiretela - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Bakiretela is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sawali Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakiretela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakiretela is 049468. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.97 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bakiretela 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 Bakiretela
As per Census 2011, Bakiretela village has a total population of 20 people, consisting of 9 males and 11 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakiretela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Bakiretela
Bakiretela 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 Bakiretela
Public transport in the Bakiretela is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bakiretela is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bakiretela is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakiretela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakiretela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bakiretela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakiretela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bakiretela
Where is Bakiretela located?
Bakiretela village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakiretela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakiretela is Sawali Sera.
What is the pincode of Bakiretela?
The pincode of Bakiretela is 262522.
What is the population of Bakiretela?
Bakiretela has a total population of 20, including 9 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Bakiretela?
There are 4 households in Bakiretela.
What is the literacy rate in Bakiretela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakiretela is 45.00%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 27.27%.