Bahadur Garh - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Bahadur Garh is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Vikasnagar and around 42 km from Dehradun. Prithvi Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahadur Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadur Garh is 044984. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.93 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bahadur Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahadur Garh
As per Census 2011, Bahadur Garh village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 66 males and 51 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahadur Garh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 49 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadur Garh
Bahadur Garh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badam Wala | West | 1.60 km |
| Khera Pahuwa | South | 1.77 km |
| Bulaki Wala | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Baluwala | South | 2.61 km |
| Kedarawala | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Mehunwala Khalsa | North | 2.71 km |
| Danda Jungle | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ambari Jungle | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Jaman Khata | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Jamni Pur | South-West | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahadur Garh
Bahadur Garh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| 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 Vikasnagar to Bahadur Garh is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Bahadur Garh is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadur Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadur Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bahadur Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadur Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahadur Garh
Where is Bahadur Garh located?
Bahadur Garh village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahadur Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahadur Garh is Prithvi Pur.
What is the pincode of Bahadur Garh?
The pincode of Bahadur Garh is 248001.
What is the population of Bahadur Garh?
Bahadur Garh has a total population of 117, including 66 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Bahadur Garh?
There are 23 households in Bahadur Garh.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadur Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadur Garh is 66.67%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 56.86%.