Bankandi - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Bankandi is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Kotdwara and around 104 km from Pauri. Bhalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankandi is 048309. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.61 hectares and falls under the 246124 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bankandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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.
Nearby Villages of Bankandi
Bankandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tairi | North-West | 0.40 km |
| Vistana | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Bacheli | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Bhal Gaun | East | 0.85 km |
| Madanpur | North | 1.04 km |
| Hathnur | West | 1.51 km |
| Boantha | South | 1.68 km |
| Sirai | East | 1.72 km |
| Dhul Gaun | North | 2.14 km |
| Ringwarh Gaon | North-East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankandi
Bankandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 44.5 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 Kotdwara to Bankandi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bankandi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankandi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bankandi
Where is Bankandi located?
Bankandi village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankandi is Bhalgaon.
What is the pincode of Bankandi?
The pincode of Bankandi is 246124.