Barura - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Barura is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Aagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barura is 049940. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.76 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Barura 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 Barura
According to the 2011 Census, Barura village had a total population of 71 people, including 37 males and 34 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Barura
Barura 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 Barura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Barura.
| 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 Barura is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barura 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 Barura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barura 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 Barura
Where is Barura located?
Barura village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barura?
The Gram Panchayat of Barura is Aagar.
What is the pincode of Barura?
The pincode of Barura is 262522.
What is the population of Barura?
Barura had a total population of 71, including 37 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Barura?
Barura had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barura was 82.76%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 69.23%.