Bhulkan Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Bhulkan is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kalsir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhulkan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhulkan is 041131. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.61 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Bhulkan 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.
Population of Bhulkan
As per Census 2011, Bhulkan village has a total population of 4 people. The village has 1 households. The village has 4 literate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhulkan are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | - |
Nearby Villages of Bhulkan
Bhulkan 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 Bhulkan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhulkan.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Bhulkan is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bhulkan is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhulkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhulkan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhulkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhulkan 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 Bhulkan
Where is Bhulkan located?
Bhulkan village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhulkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhulkan is Kalsir.
What is the pincode of Bhulkan?
The pincode of Bhulkan is 246473.
How many households are there in Bhulkan?
There are 1 households in Bhulkan.