Bazawala - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bazawala is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mehta Ban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bazawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bazawala is 055810. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.69 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bazawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bazawala
According to the 2011 Census, Bazawala village had a total population of 236 people, including 117 males and 119 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.91%, with male literacy at 90.74% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 236 | 117 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 98 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 19 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bazawala
Bazawala 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 Bazawala
Bazawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bazawala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Bazawala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bazawala is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bazawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bazawala 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 Bazawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bazawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bazawala
Where is Bazawala located?
Bazawala village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bazawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bazawala is Mehta Ban.
What is the pincode of Bazawala?
The pincode of Bazawala is 262401.
What is the population of Bazawala?
Bazawala had a total population of 236, including 117 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Bazawala?
Bazawala had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bazawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bazawala was 80.91%. Male literacy was 90.74% and female literacy was 71.43%.