Bestiwalli - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Bestiwalli is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Veshti Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bestiwalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bestiwalli is 040101. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.98 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bestiwalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bestiwalli
According to the 2011 Census, Bestiwalli village had a total population of 211 people, including 110 males and 101 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.71%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 61.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 82 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 28 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Bestiwalli
Bestiwalli 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 Bestiwalli
Bestiwalli 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 >10 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 Barkot to Bestiwalli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bestiwalli is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bestiwalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bestiwalli 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 Bestiwalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bestiwalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bestiwalli
Where is Bestiwalli located?
Bestiwalli village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bestiwalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bestiwalli is Veshti Palli.
What is the pincode of Bestiwalli?
The pincode of Bestiwalli is 249185.
What is the population of Bestiwalli?
Bestiwalli had a total population of 211, including 110 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Bestiwalli?
Bestiwalli had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bestiwalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bestiwalli was 75.71%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 61.18%.