Bahera - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Bahera is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Pauri and around 50 km from Pauri. Bahera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahera is 045794. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.91 hectares and falls under the 246146 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahera
According to the 2011 Census, Bahera village had a total population of 133 people, including 67 males and 66 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.51%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 77.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 6 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bahera
Bahera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alasu | East | 0.79 km |
| Rigur | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Jakhnoli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Chopari | North | 1.64 km |
| Mol Garh | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Sunarsari | South | 1.92 km |
| Tolu | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Diusa | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Basgadi | South | 2.42 km |
| Bagasu | South-East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahera
Bahera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Bahera is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahera
Where is Bahera located?
Bahera village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahera?
Bahera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahera?
The pincode of Bahera is 246146.
What is the population of Bahera?
Bahera had a total population of 133, including 67 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bahera?
Bahera had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahera was 86.51%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 77.42%.