Gandhak - Bhanoli, Almora
Gandhak is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kotali Gonth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhak is 053548. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.28 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Gandhak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhak
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhak village had a total population of 279 people, including 137 males and 142 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.97%, with male literacy at 93.22% and female literacy at 69.77%.
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 | 279 | 137 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 110 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 27 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhak
Gandhak 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 Gandhak
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Gandhak.
| 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 Almora to Gandhak is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhak 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhak 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 Gandhak
Where is Gandhak located?
Gandhak village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhak is Kotali Gonth.
What is the pincode of Gandhak?
The pincode of Gandhak is 263623.
What is the population of Gandhak?
Gandhak had a total population of 279, including 137 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Gandhak?
Gandhak had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhak was 80.97%. Male literacy was 93.22% and female literacy was 69.77%.