Bhatu Shain - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Bhatu Shain is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 21 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhatusain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatu Shain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatu Shain is 044029. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.93 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhatu Shain 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.
Population of Bhatu Shain
As per Census 2011, Bhatu Shain village has a total population of 193 people, consisting of 83 males and 110 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,325 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatu Shain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 56 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatu Shain
Bhatu Shain 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 Bhatu Shain
Bhatu Shain 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Bhatu Shain is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhatu Shain is about 21 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 Bhatu Shain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatu Shain 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 Bhatu Shain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatu Shain 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhatu Shain
Where is Bhatu Shain located?
Bhatu Shain village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatu Shain?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatu Shain is Bhatusain.
What is the pincode of Bhatu Shain?
The pincode of Bhatu Shain is 249001.
What is the population of Bhatu Shain?
Bhatu Shain has a total population of 193, including 83 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Bhatu Shain?
There are 51 households in Bhatu Shain.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatu Shain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatu Shain is 65.28%. Male literacy is 67.47% and female literacy is 63.64%.