Banjwad - Pokhari, Chamoli
Banjwad is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjwad is 041151. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Banjwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Banjwad
Banjwad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kimoda | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Raduva | East | 1.10 km |
| Bangthal | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Bhikauna | South | 1.19 km |
| Jaurasi | North | 1.62 km |
| Pithatoli | West | 1.79 km |
| Mayani | South | 1.89 km |
| Vishal | South | 2.63 km |
| Alisal | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Parwatipur | North-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banjwad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Banjwad. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Banjwad is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Banjwad is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjwad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjwad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banjwad
Where is Banjwad located?
Banjwad village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjwad is Dungar.
What is the pincode of Banjwad?
The pincode of Banjwad is 246449.