Bacchuwa Ban Malla - Gairsain, Chamoli
Bacchuwa Ban Malla is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Vachhuwa Wan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bacchuwa Ban Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bacchuwa Ban Malla is 042025. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.55 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Bacchuwa Ban Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bacchuwa Ban Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Bacchuwa Ban Malla village had a total population of 532 people, including 236 males and 296 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,254 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 91.85% and female literacy at 62.95%.
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 | 532 | 236 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 169 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 67 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Bacchuwa Ban Malla
Bacchuwa Ban Malla 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 Bacchuwa Ban Malla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bacchuwa Ban Malla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Bacchuwa Ban Malla is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bacchuwa Ban Malla is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bacchuwa Ban Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bacchuwa Ban Malla 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bacchuwa Ban Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bacchuwa Ban Malla 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 Bacchuwa Ban Malla
Where is Bacchuwa Ban Malla located?
Bacchuwa Ban Malla village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bacchuwa Ban Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bacchuwa Ban Malla is Vachhuwa Wan.
What is the pincode of Bacchuwa Ban Malla?
The pincode of Bacchuwa Ban Malla is 246486.
What is the population of Bacchuwa Ban Malla?
Bacchuwa Ban Malla had a total population of 532, including 236 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Bacchuwa Ban Malla?
Bacchuwa Ban Malla had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bacchuwa Ban Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bacchuwa Ban Malla was 75.17%. Male literacy was 91.85% and female literacy was 62.95%.