Birondewal - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Birondewal is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Ukhimath and around 52 km from Rudraprayag. Veeroun Deval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birondewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birondewal is 042221. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Birondewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birondewal
As per Census 2011, Birondewal village has a total population of 923 people, consisting of 446 males and 477 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 722 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birondewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 446 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 242 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 375 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 71 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Birondewal
Birondewal 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 Birondewal
Birondewal 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 5-10 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 Rudraprayag to Birondewal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birondewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birondewal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Birondewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birondewal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birondewal
Where is Birondewal located?
Birondewal village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birondewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Birondewal is Veeroun Deval.
What is the pincode of Birondewal?
The pincode of Birondewal is 246425.
What is the population of Birondewal?
Birondewal has a total population of 923, including 446 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Birondewal?
There are 222 households in Birondewal.
What is the literacy rate in Birondewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birondewal is 78.22%. Male literacy is 84.08% and female literacy is 72.75%.