Bachargaon - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bachargaon is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bachangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachargaon is 040327. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.55 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Bachargaon 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 Bachargaon
As per Census 2011, Bachargaon village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 202 males and 186 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 149 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 53 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Bachargaon
Bachargaon 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 Bachargaon
Bachargaon 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 <5 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 Bachargaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bachargaon is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bachargaon
Where is Bachargaon located?
Bachargaon village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachargaon is Bachangaon.
What is the pincode of Bachargaon?
The pincode of Bachargaon is 249141.
What is the population of Bachargaon?
Bachargaon has a total population of 388, including 202 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Bachargaon?
There are 73 households in Bachargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bachargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachargaon is 62.89%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 51.08%.