Bukandi - Chaubatta Khal, Pauri Garhwal
Bukandi is a village situated in the Chaubatta Khal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Chaubattakhal and around 52 km from Pauri. Paboli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bukandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bukandi is 048013. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.31 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bukandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bukandi
Bukandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Longisar | South-East | 0.32 km |
| Sasaun | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Pang | East | 1.45 km |
| Ansari Thapli | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Budoli | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Rampur | South | 2.32 km |
| Paliyan | West | 2.46 km |
| Patal | West | 2.47 km |
| Ajabpur | West | 2.58 km |
| Palkot | North-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bukandi
Public transport in the Bukandi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 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 Pauri to Bukandi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bukandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bukandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bukandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bukandi 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 Bukandi
Where is Bukandi located?
Bukandi village is located in Chaubatta Khal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bukandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bukandi is Paboli.
What is the pincode of Bukandi?
The pincode of Bukandi is 246121.