Barigaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Barigaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rasgari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barigaon is 049445. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.11 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barigaon 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 Barigaon
As per Census 2011, Barigaon village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 51 males and 43 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 22 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Barigaon
Barigaon 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 Barigaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barigaon.
| 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 Barigaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Barigaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barigaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barigaon 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 Barigaon
Where is Barigaon located?
Barigaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barigaon is Rasgari.
What is the pincode of Barigaon?
The pincode of Barigaon is 262552.
What is the population of Barigaon?
Barigaon has a total population of 94, including 51 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Barigaon?
There are 24 households in Barigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barigaon is 76.60%. Male literacy is 86.27% and female literacy is 65.12%.