Bhilor Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Bhilor Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 14 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Painyula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilor Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilor Gaon is 043974. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.73 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bhilor 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhilor Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilor Gaon village had a total population of 54 people, including 27 males and 27 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 65.38%.
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 | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilor Gaon
Bhilor Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shoklpur | North-East | 0.49 km |
| Khemara | North | 0.61 km |
| Bhaintogi Sera | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Koti | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Tudi | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Mahar | South | 1.61 km |
| Nawagarh | South | 1.85 km |
| Chokhala | North | 2.26 km |
| Painula Malla | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Kemsari | West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhilor Gaon
Bhilor Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| 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 Chamba to Bhilor Gaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhilor Gaon is about 14 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 Bhilor Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilor Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhilor 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 Bhilor Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhilor Gaon
Where is Bhilor Gaon located?
Bhilor Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilor Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilor Gaon is Painyula.
What is the pincode of Bhilor Gaon?
The pincode of Bhilor Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Bhilor Gaon?
Bhilor Gaon had a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Bhilor Gaon?
Bhilor Gaon had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilor Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilor Gaon was 81.25%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 65.38%.