Bach Kande - Jainti, Almora
Bach Kande is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bach Kande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bach Kande is 053458. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.48 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Bach Kande 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 Bach Kande
As per Census 2011, Bach Kande village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 142 males and 146 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bach Kande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 142 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 118 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 24 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Bach Kande
Bach Kande 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 Bach Kande
Bach Kande 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Bach Kande is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bach Kande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bach Kande 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bach Kande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bach Kande 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 Bach Kande
Where is Bach Kande located?
Bach Kande village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bach Kande?
Bach Kande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bach Kande?
The pincode of Bach Kande is 263626.
What is the population of Bach Kande?
Bach Kande has a total population of 288, including 142 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Bach Kande?
There are 70 households in Bach Kande.
What is the literacy rate in Bach Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bach Kande is 65.28%. Male literacy is 83.10% and female literacy is 47.95%.