Bhitwali - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhitwali is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 62 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dhungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhitwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhitwali is 043069. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.72 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bhitwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bhitwali
As per Census 2011, Bhitwali village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 103 males and 111 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 96 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhitwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 103 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 33 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Bhitwali
Bhitwali 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 Bhitwali
Public transport in the Bhitwali is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhitwali is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhitwali is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhitwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhitwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhitwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhitwali 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 Bhitwali
Where is Bhitwali located?
Bhitwali village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhitwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhitwali is Dhungi.
What is the pincode of Bhitwali?
The pincode of Bhitwali is 249122.
What is the population of Bhitwali?
Bhitwali has a total population of 214, including 103 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Bhitwali?
There are 53 households in Bhitwali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhitwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhitwali is 55.14%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 43.24%.