Bait - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Bait is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bait village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bait is 044245. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.24 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Bait village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bait
As per Census 2011, Bait village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 174 males and 168 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bait are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 174 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 137 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 37 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bait
Bait 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandanu | South | 2.07 km |
| Banda Lagga Bait | West | 2.21 km |
| Khatt | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Gereth | South | 2.57 km |
| Agenda | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Dangu | South | 2.99 km |
| Sinjal | East | 3.03 km |
| Koti Mahruk | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Sabali | South | 3.41 km |
| Bhal | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bait
Bait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 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 Mussoorie to Bait is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bait is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bait 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bait 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 Bait
Where is Bait located?
Bait village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bait?
Bait is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bait?
The pincode of Bait is 249180.
What is the population of Bait?
Bait has a total population of 342, including 174 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Bait?
There are 64 households in Bait.
What is the literacy rate in Bait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bait is 67.84%. Male literacy is 78.74% and female literacy is 56.55%.