Bageshwar - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bageshwar is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bageshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bageshwar is 043144. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.94 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bageshwar 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 Bageshwar
As per Census 2011, Bageshwar village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 53 males and 55 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 47 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bageshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bageshwar
Bageshwar 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 Bageshwar
Bageshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bageshwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Bageshwar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bageshwar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bageshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bageshwar 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 Bageshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bageshwar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bageshwar
Where is Bageshwar located?
Bageshwar village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bageshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bageshwar is Bharpur.
What is the pincode of Bageshwar?
The pincode of Bageshwar is 249161.
What is the population of Bageshwar?
Bageshwar has a total population of 108, including 53 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Bageshwar?
There are 23 households in Bageshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Bageshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bageshwar is 56.48%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 47.27%.