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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Baghora village had a total population of 443 people, including 232 males and 211 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.18%, with male literacy at 94.71% and female literacy at 78.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 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 had a total population of 443, including 232 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Baghora?
Baghora had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baghora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baghora was 87.18%. Male literacy was 94.71% and female literacy was 78.71%.