Bairai Gaon - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Bairai Gaon is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Narendra Nagar and around 115 km from New Tehri. Bairaigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairai Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairai Gaon is 044516. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.89 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bairai Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairai Gaon
As per Census 2011, Bairai Gaon village has a total population of 741 people, consisting of 343 males and 398 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairai Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 258 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 85 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Bairai Gaon
Bairai 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 Bairai Gaon
Bairai Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Rishikesh to Bairai Gaon is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bairai Gaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairai Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairai Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bairai 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 Bairai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bairai Gaon
Where is Bairai Gaon located?
Bairai Gaon village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairai Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairai Gaon is Bairaigaon.
What is the pincode of Bairai Gaon?
The pincode of Bairai Gaon is 249192.
What is the population of Bairai Gaon?
Bairai Gaon has a total population of 741, including 343 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Bairai Gaon?
There are 143 households in Bairai Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bairai Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairai Gaon is 63.97%. Male literacy is 75.22% and female literacy is 54.27%.