Barmau - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Barmau is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Didihat and around 47 km from Pithoragarh. Barmo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barmau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barmau is 049517. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.4 hectares and falls under the 262540 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Barmau 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 Barmau
According to the 2011 Census, Barmau village had a total population of 445 people, including 218 males and 227 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.55%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 72.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 445 | 218 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 183 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 35 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Barmau
Barmau 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 Barmau
Barmau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Barmau is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barmau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barmau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barmau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barmau 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 Barmau
Where is Barmau located?
Barmau village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barmau?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmau is Barmo.
What is the pincode of Barmau?
The pincode of Barmau is 262540.
What is the population of Barmau?
Barmau had a total population of 445, including 218 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Barmau?
Barmau had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barmau was 83.55%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 72.08%.