Bingsi - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bingsi 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. Bingsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bingsi is 040395. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.69 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bingsi 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bingsi
According to the 2011 Census, Bingsi village had a total population of 449 people, including 231 males and 218 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.59%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 449 | 231 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 170 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 61 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Bingsi
Bingsi 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 Bingsi
Bingsi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Bingsi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bingsi 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 Bingsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bingsi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bingsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bingsi 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 Bingsi
Where is Bingsi located?
Bingsi village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bingsi?
Bingsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bingsi?
The pincode of Bingsi is 249171.
What is the population of Bingsi?
Bingsi had a total population of 449, including 231 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Bingsi?
Bingsi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bingsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bingsi was 72.59%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 60.42%.