Baidu Mahar - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Baidu Mahar is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Munsiari and around 89 km from Pithoragarh. Bedumahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baidu Mahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baidu Mahar is 048996. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Baidu Mahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Baidu Mahar
According to the 2011 Census, Baidu Mahar village had a total population of 191 people, including 88 males and 103 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.52%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 56.63%.
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 | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 66 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 22 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Baidu Mahar
Baidu Mahar 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 Baidu Mahar
Baidu Mahar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Baidu Mahar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Baidu Mahar is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baidu Mahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baidu Mahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baidu Mahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baidu Mahar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baidu Mahar
Where is Baidu Mahar located?
Baidu Mahar village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baidu Mahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Baidu Mahar is Bedumahar.
What is the pincode of Baidu Mahar?
The pincode of Baidu Mahar is 262553.
What is the population of Baidu Mahar?
Baidu Mahar had a total population of 191, including 88 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Baidu Mahar?
Baidu Mahar had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baidu Mahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baidu Mahar was 71.52%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 56.63%.