Bhonkara - Pati, Champawat
Bhonkara is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Manglekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhonkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhonkara is 054084. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.12 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Bhonkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhonkara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhonkara village had a total population of 90 people, including 55 males and 35 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.94%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 90 | 55 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 48 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bhonkara
Bhonkara 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 Bhonkara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhonkara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhonkara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Bhonkara is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bhonkara is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhonkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhonkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhonkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhonkara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhonkara
Where is Bhonkara located?
Bhonkara village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhonkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhonkara is Manglekh.
What is the pincode of Bhonkara?
The pincode of Bhonkara is 262561.
What is the population of Bhonkara?
Bhonkara had a total population of 90, including 55 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bhonkara?
Bhonkara had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhonkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhonkara was 81.94%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 65.52%.