Bhani - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Bhani is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Barait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhani is 050585. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.39 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bhani 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 Bhani
According to the 2011 Census, Bhani village had a total population of 96 people, including 44 males and 52 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Bhani
Bhani 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 Bhani
Bhani 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 Bhani 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 Bhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhani 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhani
Where is Bhani located?
Bhani village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhani is Barait.
What is the pincode of Bhani?
The pincode of Bhani is 263679.
What is the population of Bhani?
Bhani had a total population of 96, including 44 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bhani?
Bhani had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhani was 73.75%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 59.09%.