Bakhreti - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bakhreti is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bakhreti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhreti is 040295. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.93 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bakhreti 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 Bakhreti
As per Census 2011, Bakhreti village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 145 males and 159 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakhreti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 145 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 26 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhreti
Bakhreti 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 Bakhreti
Bakhreti 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 Barkot to Bakhreti is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bakhreti is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakhreti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhreti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhreti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhreti 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 Bakhreti
Where is Bakhreti located?
Bakhreti village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakhreti?
Bakhreti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bakhreti?
The pincode of Bakhreti is 249141.
What is the population of Bakhreti?
Bakhreti has a total population of 304, including 145 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Bakhreti?
There are 62 households in Bakhreti.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhreti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhreti is 69.08%. Male literacy is 82.07% and female literacy is 57.23%.