Bair Gaon - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Bair Gaon is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Satpuli and around 49 km from Pauri Garhwal. Gahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bair Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bair Gaon is 047760. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.4 hectares and falls under the 246128 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bair Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bair Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bair Gaon village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 110 males and 116 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bair Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 16 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bair Gaon
Bair Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakhaori | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Kotal Manda | South | 1.17 km |
| Gahar | East | 1.53 km |
| Rajkhil | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Kadur | North | 1.87 km |
| Soliya | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Sandaniya | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Kulhar | East | 2.25 km |
| Gwen Chota | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Math Gaon | South-West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bair Gaon
Bair Gaon 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 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Bair Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Bair Gaon is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bair Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bair Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bair 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 Bair Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bair Gaon
Where is Bair Gaon located?
Bair Gaon village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bair Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bair Gaon is Gahad.
What is the pincode of Bair Gaon?
The pincode of Bair Gaon is 246128.
What is the population of Bair Gaon?
Bair Gaon has a total population of 226, including 110 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Bair Gaon?
There are 62 households in Bair Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bair Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bair Gaon is 76.55%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 68.10%.