Bhaishwara - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Bhaishwara is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Devprayag and around 118 km from New Tehri. Bhainswara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaishwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaishwara is 043349. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.72 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhaishwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaishwara
As per Census 2011, Bhaishwara village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 115 males and 114 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaishwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 22 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaishwara
Bhaishwara 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 Bhaishwara
Public transport in the Bhaishwara is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kirtinagar to Bhaishwara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhaishwara is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaishwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaishwara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaishwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaishwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhaishwara
Where is Bhaishwara located?
Bhaishwara village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaishwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaishwara is Bhainswara.
What is the pincode of Bhaishwara?
The pincode of Bhaishwara is 249161.
What is the population of Bhaishwara?
Bhaishwara has a total population of 229, including 115 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bhaishwara?
There are 52 households in Bhaishwara.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaishwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaishwara is 71.18%. Male literacy is 80.87% and female literacy is 61.40%.