Bandil - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Bandil is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Lansdowne and around 66 km from Pauri. Wandila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandil is 047308. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.7 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bandil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandil
According to the 2011 Census, Bandil village had a total population of 100 people, including 42 males and 58 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,381 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.22%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 100 | 42 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bandil
Bandil 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 Bandil
Bandil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lansdowne to Bandil is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bandil 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 Bandil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandil 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandil 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 Bandil
Where is Bandil located?
Bandil village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandil?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandil is Wandila.
What is the pincode of Bandil?
The pincode of Bandil is 246123.
What is the population of Bandil?
Bandil had a total population of 100, including 42 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Bandil?
Bandil had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandil was 72.22%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 62.96%.