Baun
About Baun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baun village is 040477. Baun village is located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Baun village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 224.63 hectares. Baun has a total population of 1,141 peoples, out of which male population is 579 while female population is 562. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baun village is 68.01% out of which 80.31% males and 55.34% females are literate. There are about 227 houses in baun village. Pincode of baun village locality is 249151.
When it comes to administration, Baun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baun village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to baun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Baun
The population details of Baun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,141 | 579 | 562 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 339 | 174 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 776 | 465 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 114 | 251 |
Connectivity of Baun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baun
Where is Baun located?
Baun village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baun?
Baun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Baun?
The pincode of Baun is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baun is 1,141, with 579 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Baun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baun village has a total of 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baun is 68.01%. The male literacy rate is 80.31%, while the female literacy rate is 55.34%.