Bhandar - Manch, Champawat
Bhandar is a village situated in the Manch tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Champawat and around 49 km from Champawat. Sorai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandar is 053940. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Champawat is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bhandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandar
As per Census 2011, Bhandar village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 51 males and 49 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 38 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 13 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandar
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 Bhandar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the 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 Champawat to Bhandar is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Bhandar
Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is located in Manch Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandar is Sorai.
What is the pincode of Bhandar?
The pincode of Bhandar is 262523.
What is the population of Bhandar?
Bhandar has a total population of 100, including 51 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar?
There are 21 households in Bhandar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandar is 58.00%. Male literacy is 74.51% and female literacy is 40.82%.