Bajinga - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Bajinga is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bajinga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajinga is 042848. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.25 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bajinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bajinga
As per Census 2011, Bajinga village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 316 males and 405 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajinga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 316 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 221 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 95 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bajinga
Bajinga 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 Bajinga
Bajinga 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 Srinagar to Bajinga is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bajinga is about 80 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 Bajinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bajinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajinga 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bajinga
Where is Bajinga located?
Bajinga village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajinga?
Bajinga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bajinga?
The pincode of Bajinga is 249155.
What is the population of Bajinga?
Bajinga has a total population of 721, including 316 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Bajinga?
There are 130 households in Bajinga.
What is the literacy rate in Bajinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajinga is 53.26%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 40.25%.