Baghora - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Baghora is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chika Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baghora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baghora is 056120. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.72 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Baghora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baghora
As per Census 2011, Baghora village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 232 males and 211 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baghora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 215 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 17 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Baghora
Baghora 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 Baghora
Baghora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Baghora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Baghora is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baghora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baghora 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 Baghora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baghora 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baghora
Where is Baghora located?
Baghora village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baghora?
The Gram Panchayat of Baghora is Chika Ghat.
What is the pincode of Baghora?
The pincode of Baghora is 262405.
What is the population of Baghora?
Baghora has a total population of 443, including 232 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Baghora?
There are 77 households in Baghora.
What is the literacy rate in Baghora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghora is 84.42%. Male literacy is 92.67% and female literacy is 75.36%.