Bheta - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Bheta is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Lansdowne and around 176 km from Pauri. Devkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bheta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheta is 047572. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.89 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Bheta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bheta
According to the 2011 Census, Bheta village had a total population of 93 people, including 42 males and 51 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,214 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.07%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 56.25%.
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 | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 14 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bheta
Bheta 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 Bheta
Public transport in the Bheta 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 Lansdowne to Bheta is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bheta is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheta 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 Bheta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bheta 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 Bheta
Where is Bheta located?
Bheta village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bheta is Devkhar.
What is the pincode of Bheta?
The pincode of Bheta is 246276.
What is the population of Bheta?
Bheta had a total population of 93, including 42 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Bheta?
Bheta had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bheta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheta was 67.07%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 56.25%.