Bheturi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Bheturi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 10 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pursholgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bheturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheturi is 044001. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.28 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bheturi 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 Bheturi
According to the 2011 Census, Bheturi village had a total population of 76 people, including 39 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bheturi
Bheturi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kot Medhe Lalasi Chak | North | 0.59 km |
| Gajana Madhe Mungaiya Chak | East | 0.67 km |
| Watkhem | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Nail Talla | North | 1.65 km |
| Riyunti | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Makhaliyan Chak | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Pasi | East | 2.14 km |
| Budhogi | East | 2.20 km |
| Badon Gaon | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Jakhot | South-West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bheturi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bheturi. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Bheturi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bheturi is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bheturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bheturi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bheturi
Where is Bheturi located?
Bheturi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bheturi is Pursholgaon.
What is the pincode of Bheturi?
The pincode of Bheturi is 249199.
What is the population of Bheturi?
Bheturi had a total population of 76, including 39 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Bheturi?
Bheturi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bheturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheturi was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.