Barath Malla Village, Pauri Garhwal
Pauri Garhwal,
Uttarakhand
If you’ve ever desired to peer into a Garhwali village that still feels untouched, Barath Malla Village in
Pauri Garhwal fits that vibe perfectly. It sits on a mid-hills slope near Thalisain, an aspect of the district, surrounded by deodar, buransh, and terraced fields that glow golden within the sun. The air remains cool, the mornings crisp, and the tempo of existence slows down the moment you step here. You hear हल्की हवा, cow bells, and distant village chatter. Nothing loud. Nothing fast. Just a lived-in, homely पहाड़ी वातावरण.
What the Landscape Feels Like
Barath Malla is ready in opposition to rolling pine forests with open clearings, wherein you get long, sweeping mountain views. On some days, the clouds hold so low they brush the rooftops. Sunrise hits the terraced farms first, smooth orange light on inexperienced slopes. Sunset turns the woodland ridge into a silhouette.
Photography spots are nearly anywhere: village pathways, woodland patches, antique wooden houses, and the open fields wherein children play in the evenings. Nearby, many small walking trails connect to upper hamlets and forest ridges. A simple half-hour walk can bring you to a quiet viewpoint.
Local Life & Culture
Life here runs on farming, cattle, and forest produce. You’ll see humans working in their खेत, tending cows, and making ready conventional meals. Expect easy, hearty Garhwali food, mandua roti, gahat dal, bhaat, and homemade namkeen. The village has a vintage-international warmth: human beings greet you with “Namaskar bhaiya” and certainly need to recognise where you’re from. Local festivals like Nanda Ashtami and village-level देवस्थान traditions still hold strong. Folk songs float around during winter gatherings.
How to Reach Barath Malla Village
Nearest Railway Station: Kotdwar Railway Station is around a hundred and ten km. Travel time is 3.5–4.5 hours by means of the avenue, relying on hill stretches.
Nearest Bus/ISBT: Pauri and Thalisain bus stands are the closest for regular mountain buses.
From Major Towns: Shared jeeps and small buses run from:
- Srinagar Garhwal
- Pauri
- Thalisain
Kotdwar (less frequent but available in the mornings)
Road Route: Kotdwar → Dugadda → Satpuli → Pauri/Thalisain belt → Local link road to Barath Malla.
The last mile is usually a village road, narrow but motorable. In the monsoon, expect rough patches.
Travel Tips
- Stay: Homestays in nearby villages or small lodges around Thalisain/Pauri.
- Network: Jio works fairly well; others fluctuate.
- Best Time: March–June for greenery, October–December for clean skies.
- Safety: Drive slowly on bends, particularly early mornings and evenings.
- Experience: Walk more than you ride — the real charm is on foot.
Barath Malla Village is one of those hidden
Uttarakhand villages where you don’t “do” much. You just breathe, walk, watch, eat, and let the hills reset your mind. If you’re searching for a raw, peaceful, human experience in Pauri Garhwal… this is it.
