Bhairgaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Bhairgaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Kotdwara and around 100 km from Pauri. Sarda Sakali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhairgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhairgaon is 048470. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.83 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bhairgaon 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 Bhairgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhairgaon village had a total population of 74 people, including 40 males and 34 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 6 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bhairgaon
Bhairgaon 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 Bhairgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhairgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Bhairgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bhairgaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhairgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhairgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhairgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhairgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhairgaon
Where is Bhairgaon located?
Bhairgaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhairgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhairgaon is Sarda Sakali.
What is the pincode of Bhairgaon?
The pincode of Bhairgaon is 246149.
What is the population of Bhairgaon?
Bhairgaon had a total population of 74, including 40 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Bhairgaon?
Bhairgaon had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhairgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhairgaon was 78.79%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 62.07%.