Bhiri - Bageshwar
Bhiri is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Matiyoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhiri is 051121. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.31 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhiri
As per Census 2011, Bhiri village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 61 males and 59 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 39 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bhiri
Bhiri 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 Bhiri
Bhiri 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 >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 Bageshwar to Bhiri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhiri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhiri
Where is Bhiri located?
Bhiri village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhiri is Matiyoli.
What is the pincode of Bhiri?
The pincode of Bhiri is 263619.
What is the population of Bhiri?
Bhiri has a total population of 120, including 61 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Bhiri?
There are 23 households in Bhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Bhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhiri is 67.50%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 61.02%.