Bharwa Katal - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Bharwa Katal is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 97 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bharwa Katal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharwa Katal is 044305. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.08 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bharwa Katal 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharwa Katal
According to the 2011 Census, Bharwa Katal village had a total population of 193 people, including 102 males and 91 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.72%, with male literacy at 97.80% and female literacy at 76.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bharwa Katal
Bharwa Katal 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 Bharwa Katal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bharwa Katal.
| 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 Dehradun to Bharwa Katal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bharwa Katal is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharwa Katal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharwa Katal 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 Bharwa Katal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharwa Katal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharwa Katal
Where is Bharwa Katal located?
Bharwa Katal village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharwa Katal?
Bharwa Katal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharwa Katal?
The pincode of Bharwa Katal is 249180.
What is the population of Bharwa Katal?
Bharwa Katal had a total population of 193, including 102 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Bharwa Katal?
Bharwa Katal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharwa Katal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharwa Katal was 87.72%. Male literacy was 97.80% and female literacy was 76.25%.