Bhojgan - Garud, Bageshwar
Bhojgan is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Lobanj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhojgan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhojgan is 051438. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.04 hectares and falls under the 263639 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bhojgan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhojgan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhojgan village had a total population of 197 people, including 102 males and 95 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.59%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 72.41%.
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 | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 92 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 10 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Bhojgan
Bhojgan 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 Bhojgan
Bhojgan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bhojgan is about 29 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 Bhojgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhojgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhojgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhojgan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhojgan
Where is Bhojgan located?
Bhojgan village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhojgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhojgan is Lobanj.
What is the pincode of Bhojgan?
The pincode of Bhojgan is 263639.
What is the population of Bhojgan?
Bhojgan had a total population of 197, including 102 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Bhojgan?
Bhojgan had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhojgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhojgan was 86.59%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 72.41%.