Birhi - Chamoli
Birhi is a village situated in the Chamoli tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamoli and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Digoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birhi is 040971. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.78 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Chamoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Birhi 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birhi
According to the 2011 Census, Birhi village had a total population of 295 people, including 166 males and 129 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 777 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.51%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 69.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 295 | 166 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 99 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 134 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 32 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Birhi
Birhi 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 Birhi
Birhi 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 Chamoli to Birhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Birhi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birhi 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 Birhi
Where is Birhi located?
Birhi village is located in Chamoli Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Birhi is Digoli.
What is the pincode of Birhi?
The pincode of Birhi is 246472.
What is the population of Birhi?
Birhi had a total population of 295, including 166 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Birhi?
Birhi had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birhi was 82.51%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 69.75%.