Bag Sari - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Bag Sari is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 88 km from Narendra Nagar and around 78 km from New Tehri. Bangsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bag Sari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bag Sari is 044595. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.32 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bag Sari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bag Sari
According to the 2011 Census, Bag Sari village had a total population of 165 people, including 76 males and 89 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.71%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 53.25%.
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 | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 25 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Bag Sari
Bag Sari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayan Gaon | South | 0.73 km |
| Gudan Gaon | North | 1.04 km |
| Jamari | South | 1.34 km |
| Talya Gaon | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Siraun | East | 1.75 km |
| Ranakot | West | 1.82 km |
| Dobra | East | 1.94 km |
| Maroda | South | 2.02 km |
| Laser | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Bhutali | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bag Sari
Bag Sari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bag Sari is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bag Sari is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bag Sari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bag Sari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bag Sari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bag Sari 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 Bag Sari
Where is Bag Sari located?
Bag Sari village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bag Sari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bag Sari is Bangsari.
What is the pincode of Bag Sari?
The pincode of Bag Sari is 249146.
What is the population of Bag Sari?
Bag Sari had a total population of 165, including 76 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bag Sari?
Bag Sari had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bag Sari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bag Sari was 65.71%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 53.25%.