Bhantola - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bhantola is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhantola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhantola is 050696. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.33 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bhantola 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 Bhantola
According to the 2011 Census, Bhantola village had a total population of 283 people, including 150 males and 133 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 72.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 283 | 150 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 116 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bhantola
Bhantola 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 Bhantola
Public transport in the Bhantola 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 Bhantola is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhantola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhantola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhantola
Where is Bhantola located?
Bhantola village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhantola?
Bhantola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhantola?
The pincode of Bhantola is 263640.
What is the population of Bhantola?
Bhantola had a total population of 283, including 150 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bhantola?
Bhantola had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhantola was 82.08%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 72.97%.