Bher Gaon - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Bher Gaon is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Lansdowne and around 106 km from Pauri. Bhairgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bher Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bher Gaon is 047331. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.23 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bher Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bher Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bher Gaon village had a total population of 73 people, including 32 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.61%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 73 | 32 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bher Gaon
Bher 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 Bher Gaon
Bher Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Lansdowne to Bher Gaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bher Gaon is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bher Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bher 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 Bher 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 Bher 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bher Gaon
Where is Bher Gaon located?
Bher Gaon village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bher Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bher Gaon is Bhairgaon.
What is the pincode of Bher Gaon?
The pincode of Bher Gaon is 246155.
What is the population of Bher Gaon?
Bher Gaon had a total population of 73, including 32 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Bher Gaon?
Bher Gaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bher Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bher Gaon was 83.61%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.59%.