Baret - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Baret 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 71 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baret village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baret is 049276. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.67 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Baret 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 Baret
As per Census 2011, Baret village has a total population of 101 people, consisting of 40 males and 61 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,525 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baret are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Baret
Baret 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 Baret
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Baret.
| 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 Baret is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baret is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baret
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baret 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 Baret
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baret 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baret
Where is Baret located?
Baret village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baret?
The Gram Panchayat of Baret is Mad.
What is the pincode of Baret?
The pincode of Baret is 262552.
What is the population of Baret?
Baret has a total population of 101, including 40 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Baret?
There are 22 households in Baret.
What is the literacy rate in Baret?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baret is 66.34%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 63.93%.