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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bauna
According to the 2011 Census, Bauna village had a total population of 344 people, including 164 males and 180 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 202.
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 | 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 had a total population of 344, including 164 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bauna?
Bauna had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bauna was 71.72%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 61.18%.