Bhanawari - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Bhanawari is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from Kotdwara and around 135 km from Pauri. Bagi Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanawari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanawari is 048364. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.22 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Bhanawari 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.
Population of Bhanawari
As per Census 2011, Bhanawari village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 156 males and 183 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanawari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 156 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 132 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 24 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanawari
Bhanawari 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 Bhanawari
Bhanawari 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 Dogadda to Bhanawari is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bhanawari is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanawari 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 Bhanawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanawari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhanawari
Where is Bhanawari located?
Bhanawari village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanawari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanawari is Bagi Badi.
What is the pincode of Bhanawari?
The pincode of Bhanawari is 246149.
What is the population of Bhanawari?
Bhanawari has a total population of 339, including 156 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Bhanawari?
There are 91 households in Bhanawari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanawari is 75.22%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 67.21%.