Bagna Urf Shakitpur - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Bagna Urf Shakitpur is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from Didihat and around 41 km from Pithoragarh. Khawakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagna Urf Shakitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagna Urf Shakitpur is 049399. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.03 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bagna Urf Shakitpur 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagna Urf Shakitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bagna Urf Shakitpur village had a total population of 126 people, including 66 males and 60 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 88.33% and female literacy at 71.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Bagna Urf Shakitpur
Bagna Urf Shakitpur 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 Bagna Urf Shakitpur
Public transport in the Bagna Urf Shakitpur 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 Didihat to Bagna Urf Shakitpur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bagna Urf Shakitpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagna Urf Shakitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagna Urf Shakitpur 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 Bagna Urf Shakitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagna Urf Shakitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagna Urf Shakitpur
Where is Bagna Urf Shakitpur located?
Bagna Urf Shakitpur village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bagna Urf Shakitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagna Urf Shakitpur is Khawakot.
What is the pincode of Bagna Urf Shakitpur?
The pincode of Bagna Urf Shakitpur is 262541.
What is the population of Bagna Urf Shakitpur?
Bagna Urf Shakitpur had a total population of 126, including 66 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Bagna Urf Shakitpur?
Bagna Urf Shakitpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagna Urf Shakitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagna Urf Shakitpur was 80.34%. Male literacy was 88.33% and female literacy was 71.93%.