Bhat Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhat Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 65 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Birakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhat Gaon is 043073. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.13 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhat 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 Bhat Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhat Gaon village had a total population of 8 people, including 2 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 3,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bhat Gaon
Bhat 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 Bhat Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhat Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Bhat Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhat Gaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhat Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhat 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 Bhat Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhat Gaon
Where is Bhat Gaon located?
Bhat Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhat Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhat Gaon is Birakot.
What is the pincode of Bhat Gaon?
The pincode of Bhat Gaon is 249161.
What is the population of Bhat Gaon?
Bhat Gaon had a total population of 8, including 2 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Bhat Gaon?
Bhat Gaon had 4 households.