Birsin - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Birsin is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Pauri and around 45 km from Pauri. Birsani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birsin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birsin is 045723. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.74 hectares and falls under the 249301 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Birsin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Birsin
According to the 2011 Census, Birsin village had a total population of 132 people, including 67 males and 65 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.19%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 56 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 11 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Birsin
Birsin 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 Birsin
Birsin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Devprayag to Birsin is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Birsin is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birsin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birsin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birsin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birsin 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 Birsin
Where is Birsin located?
Birsin village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birsin?
The Gram Panchayat of Birsin is Birsani.
What is the pincode of Birsin?
The pincode of Birsin is 249301.
What is the population of Birsin?
Birsin had a total population of 132, including 67 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Birsin?
Birsin had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birsin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birsin was 71.19%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 50.91%.