Bhaldi Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhaldi Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhalegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaldi Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaldi Gaon is 043192. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.38 hectares and falls under the 249126 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhaldi Gaon 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaldi Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaldi Gaon village had a total population of 527 people, including 306 males and 221 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 80.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 527 | 306 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 245 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 61 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaldi Gaon
Bhaldi 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 Bhaldi Gaon
Bhaldi Gaon 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 Srinagar to Bhaldi Gaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhaldi Gaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaldi Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaldi Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhaldi 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 Bhaldi Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhaldi Gaon
Where is Bhaldi Gaon located?
Bhaldi Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhaldi Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaldi Gaon is Bhalegaon.
What is the pincode of Bhaldi Gaon?
The pincode of Bhaldi Gaon is 249126.
What is the population of Bhaldi Gaon?
Bhaldi Gaon had a total population of 527, including 306 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Bhaldi Gaon?
Bhaldi Gaon had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaldi Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaldi Gaon was 83.82%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 80.71%.