Biriyani - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Biriyani is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Tehri and around 68 km from New Tehri. Okhala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biriyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biriyani is 043775. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.2 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Biriyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Biriyani
Biriyani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chham | West | 0.92 km |
| Jogiyara | North | 1.06 km |
| Baldogi | East | 1.06 km |
| Kumrada | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Kandri | South | 1.82 km |
| Kausal | West | 1.92 km |
| Khand Birkot | West | 2.22 km |
| Khalsi | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Sunhr Gaon | South | 2.29 km |
| Dariya Chak | South-West | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biriyani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Biriyani. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Biriyani is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Biriyani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biriyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biriyani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biriyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biriyani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Biriyani
Where is Biriyani located?
Biriyani village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biriyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Biriyani is Okhala.
What is the pincode of Biriyani?
The pincode of Biriyani is 249132.