Bed Gaon - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Bed Gaon is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Tharali and around 76 km from Gopeshwar. Bedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bed Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bed Gaon is 041559. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.96 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bed 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bed Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bed Gaon village had a total population of 159 people, including 73 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.21%, with male literacy at 98.33% and female literacy at 70.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bed Gaon
Bed 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 Bed Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bed Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Bed Gaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bed Gaon is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bed Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bed Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bed 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 Bed Gaon 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 Bed Gaon
Where is Bed Gaon located?
Bed Gaon village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bed Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bed Gaon is Bedgaon.
What is the pincode of Bed Gaon?
The pincode of Bed Gaon is 246455.
What is the population of Bed Gaon?
Bed Gaon had a total population of 159, including 73 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Bed Gaon?
Bed Gaon had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bed Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bed Gaon was 83.21%. Male literacy was 98.33% and female literacy was 70.42%.