Bindua - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bindua 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 81 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bindua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindua is 043135. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.78 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bindua 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 Bindua
According to the 2011 Census, Bindua village had a total population of 57 people, including 19 males and 38 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.91%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 36.11%.
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 | 57 | 19 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 4 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bindua
Bindua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsari Gaon | North | 0.73 km |
| Ghandiyal | North-West | 0.87 km |
| Tol | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Pant Gaon | East | 1.11 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Chamrara | South | 1.66 km |
| Manda | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Bamana | North | 2.24 km |
| Panyali | South | 2.51 km |
| Bhatkot | North-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bindua
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bindua. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Bindua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bindua is about 81 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 Bindua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bindua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bindua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bindua
Where is Bindua located?
Bindua village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bindua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bindua is Tol.
What is the pincode of Bindua?
The pincode of Bindua is 249161.
What is the population of Bindua?
Bindua had a total population of 57, including 19 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Bindua?
Bindua had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bindua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindua was 50.91%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 36.11%.