Bedulaban - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Bedulaban is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Baidula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedulaban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedulaban is 042122. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.64 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bedulaban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedulaban
According to the 2011 Census, Bedulaban village had a total population of 455 people, including 226 males and 229 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 92.54% and female literacy at 65.53%.
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 | 455 | 226 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 186 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 40 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Bedulaban
Bedulaban 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 Bedulaban
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bedulaban.
| 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 Bedulaban 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 Bedulaban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedulaban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bedulaban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedulaban 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 Bedulaban
Where is Bedulaban located?
Bedulaban village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bedulaban?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedulaban is Baidula.
What is the pincode of Bedulaban?
The pincode of Bedulaban is 246439.
What is the population of Bedulaban?
Bedulaban had a total population of 455, including 226 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Bedulaban?
Bedulaban had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedulaban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedulaban was 78.87%. Male literacy was 92.54% and female literacy was 65.53%.