Baya Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Baya Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bora Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baya Gaon is 049205. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.34 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Baya Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baya Gaon
As per Census 2011, Baya Gaon village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 48 males and 50 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baya Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Baya Gaon
Baya Gaon 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 Baya Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Baya Gaon.
| 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 Baya Gaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baya Gaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baya Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baya Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baya Gaon
Where is Baya Gaon located?
Baya Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baya Gaon is Bora Gaon.
What is the pincode of Baya Gaon?
The pincode of Baya Gaon is 262551.
What is the population of Baya Gaon?
Baya Gaon has a total population of 98, including 48 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Baya Gaon?
There are 22 households in Baya Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baya Gaon is 72.45%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 66.00%.