Baisali - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Baisali is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baisali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baisali is 050120. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.66 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Baisali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Baisali
As per Census 2011, Baisali village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 19 males and 17 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30 literate and 6 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baisali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Baisali
Baisali 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 Baisali
Public transport in the Baisali is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Baisali is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baisali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baisali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baisali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baisali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Baisali
Where is Baisali located?
Baisali village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baisali?
Baisali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Baisali?
The pincode of Baisali is 262522.
What is the population of Baisali?
Baisali has a total population of 36, including 19 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Baisali?
There are 6 households in Baisali.
What is the literacy rate in Baisali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baisali is 83.33%. Male literacy is 94.74% and female literacy is 70.59%.