Bhauna - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Bhauna is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhauna is 043035. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.3 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Bhauna 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhauna
According to the 2011 Census, Bhauna village had a total population of 276 people, including 104 males and 172 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,654 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.53%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 65.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 276 | 104 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 26 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Bhauna
Bhauna 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 Bhauna
Public transport in the Bhauna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Bhauna is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhauna is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhauna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhauna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhauna
Where is Bhauna located?
Bhauna village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhauna?
Bhauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhauna?
The pincode of Bhauna is 249155.
What is the population of Bhauna?
Bhauna had a total population of 276, including 104 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Bhauna?
Bhauna had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhauna was 75.53%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 65.58%.