Baligaon

Baligaon is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Bali Gaon is the gram panchayat of Baligaon village.

Baligaon has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Baligaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baligaon is 050073. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Baligaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 76km away.

When it comes to local governance, Baligaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Baligaon

Below is a concise population overview of Baligaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 258 129 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 23 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 257 128 129
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 126 68 58
Illiterate Population 132 61 71

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baligaon village:

  • The total population of Baligaon village is around 258, including approximately 129 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Baligaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baligaon village has 257 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Baligaon village is about 48.84%, with male literacy at 52.71% and female literacy at 44.96%.
  • There are around 41 households in Baligaon village.

Connectivity of Baligaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baligaon. As per the 2011 stats, Baligaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Baligaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Baligaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baligaon.

Sauli Anwala Talla Malla Sugar Mavla Chaniya Gaon Hatwal Bomel Boyel Chaudhari Hanera Naudhuga Ran Kote Upreti Punauli Chaudiyar

Frequently Asked Questions about Baligaon

Where is Baligaon located?
Baligaon village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baligaon is Bali Gaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baligaon?
The pincode of Baligaon is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baligaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baligaon is 258, with 129 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Baligaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baligaon village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baligaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baligaon is 48.84%. The male literacy rate is 52.71%, while the female literacy rate is 44.96%.