Bharpur - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bharpur 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 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bharpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharpur is 043147. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.32 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bharpur 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bharpur village had a total population of 459 people, including 248 males and 211 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.76%, with male literacy at 89.91% and female literacy at 67.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 459 | 248 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 205 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 43 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Bharpur
Bharpur 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 Bharpur
Bharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bharpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bharpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bharpur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharpur
Where is Bharpur located?
Bharpur village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharpur?
Bharpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharpur?
The pincode of Bharpur is 249192.
What is the population of Bharpur?
Bharpur had a total population of 459, including 248 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Bharpur?
Bharpur had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharpur was 79.76%. Male literacy was 89.91% and female literacy was 67.38%.