Bajari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bajari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Vajri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajari is 040355. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.72 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bajari 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajari
According to the 2011 Census, Bajari village had a total population of 295 people, including 161 males and 134 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 54.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 295 | 161 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 119 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 42 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Bajari
Bajari 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 Bajari
Bajari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Bajari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bajari is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bajari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bajari
Where is Bajari located?
Bajari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bajari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajari is Vajri.
What is the pincode of Bajari?
The pincode of Bajari is 249141.
What is the population of Bajari?
Bajari had a total population of 295, including 161 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Bajari?
Bajari had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajari was 73.86%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 54.13%.