Bachheli Khal - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bachheli Khal is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 101 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bachelikhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachheli Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachheli Khal is 043165. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.94 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bachheli Khal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachheli Khal
As per Census 2011, Bachheli Khal village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 108 males and 115 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachheli Khal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 108 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 22 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Bachheli Khal
Bachheli Khal 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 Bachheli Khal
Bachheli Khal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Devprayag to Bachheli Khal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bachheli Khal is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachheli Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachheli Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bachheli Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachheli Khal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bachheli Khal
Where is Bachheli Khal located?
Bachheli Khal village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachheli Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachheli Khal is Bachelikhal.
What is the pincode of Bachheli Khal?
The pincode of Bachheli Khal is 249192.
What is the population of Bachheli Khal?
Bachheli Khal has a total population of 223, including 108 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Bachheli Khal?
There are 53 households in Bachheli Khal.
What is the literacy rate in Bachheli Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachheli Khal is 69.06%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 59.13%.