Bed Gaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Bed Gaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bed Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bed Gaon is 052568. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.21 hectares and falls under the 263643 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bed Gaon 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bed Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bed Gaon village had a total population of 284 people, including 137 males and 147 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 94.07% and female literacy at 65.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 284 | 137 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 45 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 111 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 26 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bed Gaon
Bed Gaon 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 Bed Gaon
Bed Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bed Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bed Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bed Gaon 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 Bed Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bed Gaon 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 Bed Gaon
Where is Bed Gaon located?
Bed Gaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bed Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bed Gaon is Bedgaon.
What is the pincode of Bed Gaon?
The pincode of Bed Gaon is 263643.
What is the population of Bed Gaon?
Bed Gaon had a total population of 284, including 137 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Bed Gaon?
Bed Gaon had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bed Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bed Gaon was 79.50%. Male literacy was 94.07% and female literacy was 65.29%.