Bariya - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bariya is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Wadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bariya is 040352. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.63 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bariya 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 Bariya
According to the 2011 Census, Bariya village had a total population of 436 people, including 243 males and 193 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.80%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 62.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 436 | 243 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 176 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 67 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bariya
Bariya 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 Bariya
Public transport in the Bariya 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 Bariya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bariya is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bariya
Where is Bariya located?
Bariya village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bariya is Wadiya.
What is the pincode of Bariya?
The pincode of Bariya is 249141.
What is the population of Bariya?
Bariya had a total population of 436, including 243 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Bariya?
Bariya had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bariya was 76.80%. Male literacy was 88.44% and female literacy was 62.58%.