Bagwala - Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bagwala is a village situated in the Rudrapur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Kichha and around 6 km from Rudrapur. Bagwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagwala is 055924. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.09 hectares and falls under the 263153 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bagwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagwala
As per Census 2011, Bagwala village has a total population of 1,082 people, consisting of 565 males and 517 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 645 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,082 | 565 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 269 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 390 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 175 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Bagwala
Bagwala 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 Bagwala
Bagwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Bagwala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Bagwala is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bagwala is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagwala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bagwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bagwala
Where is Bagwala located?
Bagwala village is located in Rudrapur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagwala?
Bagwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagwala?
The pincode of Bagwala is 263153.
What is the population of Bagwala?
Bagwala has a total population of 1,082, including 565 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Bagwala?
There are 202 households in Bagwala.
What is the literacy rate in Bagwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagwala is 59.61%. Male literacy is 69.03% and female literacy is 49.32%.