Bagyal Khet - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Bagyal Khet is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bagiya Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagyal Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagyal Khet is 040596. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.1 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bagyal Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagyal Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Bagyal Khet village had a total population of 146 people, including 80 males and 66 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.99%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 69 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Bagyal Khet
Bagyal Khet 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 Bagyal Khet
Bagyal Khet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Bagyal Khet is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagyal Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagyal Khet 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 Bagyal Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagyal Khet 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 Bagyal Khet
Where is Bagyal Khet located?
Bagyal Khet village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagyal Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagyal Khet is Bagiya Khet.
What is the pincode of Bagyal Khet?
The pincode of Bagyal Khet is 249152.
What is the population of Bagyal Khet?
Bagyal Khet had a total population of 146, including 80 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Bagyal Khet?
Bagyal Khet had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagyal Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagyal Khet was 78.99%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 62.50%.