Bhuinth - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhuinth is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 73 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhweent serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhuinth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuinth is 043131. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.91 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bhuinth 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 Bhuinth
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuinth village had a total population of 360 people, including 177 males and 183 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.28%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 52.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 360 | 177 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 141 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 36 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuinth
Bhuinth 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 Bhuinth
Bhuinth is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Devprayag to Bhuinth is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhuinth is about 73 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 Bhuinth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuinth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhuinth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuinth 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhuinth
Where is Bhuinth located?
Bhuinth village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhuinth?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhuinth is Bhweent.
What is the pincode of Bhuinth?
The pincode of Bhuinth is 249161.
What is the population of Bhuinth?
Bhuinth had a total population of 360, including 177 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Bhuinth?
Bhuinth had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuinth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuinth was 70.28%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 52.12%.