Balgarii Village - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Balgarii is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bhanada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Balgarii village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balgarii is 049213. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.21 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Balgarii village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Balgarii
As per Census 2011, Balgarii village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 65 males and 61 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balgarii are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Balgarii
Balgarii 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 Balgarii
Public transport in the Balgarii is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Balgarii is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Balgarii is about 66 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 Balgarii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balgarii village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Balgarii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balgarii 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Balgarii
Where is Balgarii located?
Balgarii village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balgarii?
The Gram Panchayat of Balgarii is Bhanada.
What is the pincode of Balgarii?
The pincode of Balgarii is 262552.
What is the population of Balgarii?
Balgarii has a total population of 126, including 65 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Balgarii?
There are 27 households in Balgarii.
What is the literacy rate in Balgarii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balgarii is 78.57%. Male literacy is 87.69% and female literacy is 68.85%.