Bigrari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bigrari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Vigradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bigrari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bigrari is 040306. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.13 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bigrari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Bigrari
According to the 2011 Census, Bigrari village had a total population of 319 people, including 148 males and 171 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,155 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.88%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 53.50%.
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 | 319 | 148 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 113 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 35 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bigrari
Bigrari 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 Bigrari
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bigrari.
| 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 Bigrari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bigrari is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bigrari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bigrari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bigrari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bigrari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bigrari
Where is Bigrari located?
Bigrari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bigrari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bigrari is Vigradi.
What is the pincode of Bigrari?
The pincode of Bigrari is 249141.
What is the population of Bigrari?
Bigrari had a total population of 319, including 148 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Bigrari?
Bigrari had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bigrari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bigrari was 68.88%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 53.50%.