Bhowali Gaon - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Bhowali Gaon is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Bhawaligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhowali Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhowali Gaon is 054529. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.37 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bhowali Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhowali Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhowali Gaon village had a total population of 483 people, including 255 males and 228 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.49%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 483 | 255 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 210 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 45 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bhowali Gaon
Bhowali 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 Bhowali Gaon
Bhowali Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Bhowali Gaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Bhowali Gaon is about 16 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 Bhowali Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhowali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhowali 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 Bhowali Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhowali Gaon
Where is Bhowali Gaon located?
Bhowali Gaon village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhowali Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhowali Gaon is Bhawaligaon.
What is the pincode of Bhowali Gaon?
The pincode of Bhowali Gaon is 263138.
What is the population of Bhowali Gaon?
Bhowali Gaon had a total population of 483, including 255 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Bhowali Gaon?
Bhowali Gaon had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhowali Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhowali Gaon was 86.49%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 77.50%.