Bhald Gaon - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Bhald Gaon is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Ghansali and around 98 km from New Tehri. Bhigun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhald Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhald Gaon is 042825. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.03 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Bhald Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhald Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhald Gaon village had a total population of 246 people, including 110 males and 136 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,236 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.38%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 58.77%.
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 | 246 | 110 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 26 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bhald Gaon
Bhald Gaon 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 Bhald Gaon
Public transport in the Bhald Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Bhald Gaon is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhald Gaon is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhald Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhald Gaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhald 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 Bhald Gaon 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 Bhald Gaon
Where is Bhald Gaon located?
Bhald Gaon village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhald Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhald Gaon is Bhigun.
What is the pincode of Bhald Gaon?
The pincode of Bhald Gaon is 249125.
What is the population of Bhald Gaon?
Bhald Gaon had a total population of 246, including 110 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Bhald Gaon?
Bhald Gaon had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhald Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhald Gaon was 74.38%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 58.77%.