Binkholi Village - Garud, Bageshwar
Binkholi is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Binkholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binkholi is 051328. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.17 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Binkholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Binkholi
As per Census 2011, Binkholi village has a total population of 412 people, consisting of 195 males and 217 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binkholi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 195 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 151 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 44 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Binkholi
Binkholi 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 Binkholi
Binkholi 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Binkholi is about 27 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 Binkholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binkholi 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 Binkholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binkholi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Binkholi
Where is Binkholi located?
Binkholi village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binkholi?
Binkholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Binkholi?
The pincode of Binkholi is 263635.
What is the population of Binkholi?
Binkholi has a total population of 412, including 195 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Binkholi?
There are 85 households in Binkholi.
What is the literacy rate in Binkholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binkholi is 66.02%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 55.76%.