Barakot

Barakot is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Barakot village is also a gram panchayat.

Barakot has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barakot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakot is 049484. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262552. Didihat is nearest town to Barakot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Barakot

Below is a concise population overview of Barakot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 280 138 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 12 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 10 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 209 117 92
Illiterate Population 71 21 50

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakot village:

  • The total population of Barakot village is around 280, including approximately 138 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Barakot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barakot village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barakot village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 64.79%.
  • There are around 78 households in Barakot village.

Connectivity of Barakot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakot. As per the 2011 stats, Barakot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Barakot

Knowing the nearby villages of Barakot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakot.

Pant Gaon Majhera Dangati Dungra Chausal Soonakot Tal Nag Patharoli Bastari Urma

Frequently Asked Questions about Barakot

Where is Barakot located?
Barakot village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakot?
Barakot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Barakot?
The pincode of Barakot is 262552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakot is 280, with 138 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakot village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakot is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 84.78%, while the female literacy rate is 64.79%.