Bhondada - Sult, Almora
Bhondada is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 199 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bhaundanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhondada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhondada is 052160. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.34 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bhondada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhondada
According to the 2011 Census, Bhondada village had a total population of 662 people, including 301 males and 361 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,199 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 68.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 223.
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 | 662 | 301 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 105 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 247 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 54 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Bhondada
Bhondada 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 Bhondada
Public transport in the Bhondada is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Bhondada is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bhondada is about 199 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhondada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhondada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhondada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhondada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhondada
Where is Bhondada located?
Bhondada village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhondada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhondada is Bhaundanda.
What is the pincode of Bhondada?
The pincode of Bhondada is 244715.
What is the population of Bhondada?
Bhondada had a total population of 662, including 301 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Bhondada?
Bhondada had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhondada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhondada was 80.21%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 68.22%.