Bhat Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Bhat Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 79 km from Narendra Nagar and around 79 km from New Tehri. Bhatgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhat Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhat Gaon is 044575. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.84 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhat Gaon 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 Bhat Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bhat Gaon village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 158 males and 177 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhat Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 158 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 55 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Bhat Gaon
Bhat Gaon 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 Bhat Gaon
Bhat Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bhat Gaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhat Gaon is about 79 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 Bhat Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhat Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhat Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhat Gaon 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 Bhat Gaon
Where is Bhat Gaon located?
Bhat Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhat Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhat Gaon is Bhatgaon.
What is the pincode of Bhat Gaon?
The pincode of Bhat Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Bhat Gaon?
Bhat Gaon has a total population of 335, including 158 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Bhat Gaon?
There are 62 households in Bhat Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhat Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhat Gaon is 57.01%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 49.72%.