Belgaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Belgaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Tehri and around 50 km from New Tehri. Bailgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgaon is 043806. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.78 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Belgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Belgaon village had a total population of 205 people, including 89 males and 116 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 71.03%.
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 | 205 | 89 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 23 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Belgaon
Belgaon 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 Belgaon
Public transport in the Belgaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Belgaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Belgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Belgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Belgaon
Where is Belgaon located?
Belgaon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Belgaon is Bailgaon.
What is the pincode of Belgaon?
The pincode of Belgaon is 249131.
What is the population of Belgaon?
Belgaon had a total population of 205, including 89 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Belgaon?
Belgaon had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgaon was 80.23%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 71.03%.