Biman Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Biman Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from Narendra Nagar and around 56 km from New Tehri. Khandwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biman Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biman Gaon is 044385. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.07 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Biman 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 Biman Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Biman Gaon village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 8 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Biman Gaon
Biman Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bageed | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Baman Gaon | South | 1.19 km |
| Bakarwali | West | 1.43 km |
| Khand | East | 1.48 km |
| Pokhkri | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Chaur Khet | North | 1.80 km |
| Bamankhola | East | 2.15 km |
| Dobhal Gaon | East | 2.22 km |
| Duwakoti | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Thanyul | South | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biman Gaon
Biman Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 km.
| 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 Tehri to Biman Gaon is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Biman Gaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biman Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biman Gaon 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 Biman 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 Biman Gaon 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 Biman Gaon
Where is Biman Gaon located?
Biman Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biman Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Biman Gaon is Khandwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Biman Gaon?
The pincode of Biman Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Biman Gaon?
Biman Gaon had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Biman Gaon?
Biman Gaon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biman Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biman Gaon was 73.75%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 61.90%.