Barakot - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Barakot is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Barakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakot is 049484. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.31 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Barakot
According to the 2011 Census, Barakot village had a total population of 280 people, including 138 males and 142 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.38%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 138 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 117 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 21 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Barakot
Barakot 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 Barakot
Public transport in the Barakot 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 Barakot is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Barakot is about 58 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 Barakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakot
Where is Barakot located?
Barakot village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barakot?
Barakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barakot?
The pincode of Barakot is 262543.
What is the population of Barakot?
Barakot had a total population of 280, including 138 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Barakot?
Barakot had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakot was 80.38%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 68.66%.