Bank - Dewal, Chamoli
Bank is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Tharali and around 127 km from Gopeshwar. Bank village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bank is 041783. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.34 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Bank village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bank
As per Census 2011, Bank village has a total population of 664 people, consisting of 307 males and 357 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bank are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 307 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 76 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 246 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 61 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Bank
Bank 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 Bank
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bank.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Bank is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bank is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bank
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bank village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bank
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bank 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bank
Where is Bank located?
Bank village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bank?
Bank is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bank?
The pincode of Bank is 246427.
What is the population of Bank?
Bank has a total population of 664, including 307 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Bank?
There are 120 households in Bank.
What is the literacy rate in Bank?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bank is 68.52%. Male literacy is 80.13% and female literacy is 58.54%.