Baghar - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Baghar is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Basikhet Laga Dhanaula Sera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghar is 049836. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.09 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Baghar 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghar
According to the 2011 Census, Baghar village had a total population of 171 people, including 75 males and 96 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,280 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.86%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 171 | 75 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Transport and Connectivity of Baghar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Baghar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Baghar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baghar is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghar 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 Baghar
Where is Baghar located?
Baghar village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghar is Basikhet Laga Dhanaula Sera.
What is the pincode of Baghar?
The pincode of Baghar is 262522.
What is the population of Baghar?
Baghar had a total population of 171, including 75 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Baghar?
Baghar had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghar was 70.86%. Male literacy was 86.89% and female literacy was 60.00%.