Kot Bhandar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Kot Bhandar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rawatsera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot Bhandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot Bhandar is 050801. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.33 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Kot Bhandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kot Bhandar
As per Census 2011, Kot Bhandar village has a total population of 65 people, consisting of 24 males and 41 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,708 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 16 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kot Bhandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 24 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kot Bhandar
Kot 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 Kot Bhandar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kot Bhandar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Kot Bhandar is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot Bhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot Bhandar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kot 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 Kot Bhandar 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 Kot Bhandar
Where is Kot Bhandar located?
Kot Bhandar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot Bhandar is Rawatsera.
What is the pincode of Kot Bhandar?
The pincode of Kot Bhandar is 263631.
What is the population of Kot Bhandar?
Kot Bhandar has a total population of 65, including 24 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kot Bhandar?
There are 24 households in Kot Bhandar.
What is the literacy rate in Kot Bhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot Bhandar is 75.38%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 70.73%.