Bidon Gaon - Narendra Nagar, Tehri Garhwal
Bidon Gaon is a village situated in the Narendra Nagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Narendra Nagar and around 25 km from New Tehri. Than serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidon Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidon Gaon is 044392. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.12 hectares and falls under the 249175 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bidon Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bidon Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bidon Gaon village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 121 males and 138 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bidon Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 121 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 30 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Bidon Gaon
Bidon Gaon 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 Bidon Gaon
Bidon Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Bidon Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bidon Gaon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidon Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidon Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bidon Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidon Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bidon Gaon
Where is Bidon Gaon located?
Bidon Gaon village is located in Narendra Nagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidon Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidon Gaon is Than.
What is the pincode of Bidon Gaon?
The pincode of Bidon Gaon is 249175.
What is the population of Bidon Gaon?
Bidon Gaon has a total population of 259, including 121 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Bidon Gaon?
There are 55 households in Bidon Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bidon Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidon Gaon is 66.02%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 57.97%.