Barangali - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Barangali is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Barangali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barangali is 042142. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Barangali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barangali
According to the 2011 Census, Barangali village had a total population of 206 people, including 99 males and 107 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.84%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 58.51%.
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 | 206 | 99 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 82 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 17 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Barangali
Barangali 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 Barangali
Barangali 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Barangali is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barangali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barangali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barangali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barangali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barangali
Where is Barangali located?
Barangali village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barangali?
Barangali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barangali?
The pincode of Barangali is 246469.
What is the population of Barangali?
Barangali had a total population of 206, including 99 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Barangali?
Barangali had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barangali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barangali was 77.84%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 58.51%.