Bhauvasa - Nainital
Bhauvasa is a village situated in the Nainital tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Nainital, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhorsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhauvasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhauvasa is 054898. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.53 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhauvasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhauvasa
As per Census 2011, Bhauvasa village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 354 males and 326 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhauvasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 354 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 278 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 76 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bhauvasa
Bhauvasa 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 Bhauvasa
Bhauvasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Haldwani to Bhauvasa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Bhauvasa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhauvasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhauvasa 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 Bhauvasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhauvasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhauvasa
Where is Bhauvasa located?
Bhauvasa village is located in Nainital Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhauvasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhauvasa is Bhorsa.
What is the pincode of Bhauvasa?
The pincode of Bhauvasa is 263159.
What is the population of Bhauvasa?
Bhauvasa has a total population of 680, including 354 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Bhauvasa?
There are 119 households in Bhauvasa.
What is the literacy rate in Bhauvasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhauvasa is 70.15%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 61.04%.