Bhandar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bhandar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nagharmajila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandar is 050745. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.98 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bhandar 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandar village had a total population of 22 people, including 10 males and 12 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandar
Bhandar 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 Bhandar
Bhandar 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 Bhandar is about 31 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 Bhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhandar
Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandar is Nagharmajila.
What is the pincode of Bhandar?
The pincode of Bhandar is 263631.
What is the population of Bhandar?
Bhandar had a total population of 22, including 10 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar?
Bhandar had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandar was 89.47%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.82%.