Bhair Gaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Bhair Gaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Kotdwara and around 120 km from Pauri. Bhair Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhair Gaon is 048401. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.08 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhair Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhair Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhair Gaon village had a total population of 285 people, including 126 males and 159 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.20%, with male literacy at 92.16% and female literacy at 70.27%.
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 | 285 | 126 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 32 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Bhair Gaon
Bhair 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 Bhair Gaon
Public transport in the Bhair Gaon is mainly available through shared van services. Bhair Gaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Bhair Gaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bhair Gaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhair Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhair Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhair 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 Bhair Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhair Gaon
Where is Bhair Gaon located?
Bhair Gaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhair Gaon?
Bhair Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhair Gaon?
The pincode of Bhair Gaon is 246149.
What is the population of Bhair Gaon?
Bhair Gaon had a total population of 285, including 126 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Bhair Gaon?
Bhair Gaon had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhair Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhair Gaon was 79.20%. Male literacy was 92.16% and female literacy was 70.27%.