Bauna - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Bauna is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bauna is 048865. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.99 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Bauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bauna
As per Census 2011, Bauna village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 164 males and 180 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 164 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 98 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 115 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 49 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bauna
Bauna 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 Bauna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bauna.
| 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 Bauna is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bauna is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bauna 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 Bauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bauna
Where is Bauna located?
Bauna village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bauna is Bona.
What is the pincode of Bauna?
The pincode of Bauna is 262554.
What is the population of Bauna?
Bauna has a total population of 344, including 164 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bauna?
There are 86 households in Bauna.
What is the literacy rate in Bauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bauna is 60.47%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 51.67%.