Bhul Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bhul Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Jalmani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhul Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhul Gaon is 050673. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.82 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Bhul 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhul Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhul Gaon village had a total population of 100 people, including 41 males and 59 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,439 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.76%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bhul Gaon
Bhul 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 Bhul Gaon
Bhul Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bhul Gaon is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhul Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhul Gaon 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 Bhul 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 Bhul Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhul Gaon
Where is Bhul Gaon located?
Bhul Gaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhul Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhul Gaon is Jalmani.
What is the pincode of Bhul Gaon?
The pincode of Bhul Gaon is 263640.
What is the population of Bhul Gaon?
Bhul Gaon had a total population of 100, including 41 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Bhul Gaon?
Bhul Gaon had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhul Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhul Gaon was 79.76%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 70.59%.