Vankhari - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Vankhari is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Lansdowne and around 107 km from Pauri. Pader Gaoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vankhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vankhari is 047431. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.1 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Vankhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vankhari
According to the 2011 Census, Vankhari village had a total population of 79 people, including 35 males and 44 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 81.82%. 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 | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Vankhari
Vankhari 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 Vankhari
Public transport in the Vankhari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Vankhari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Vankhari is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vankhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vankhari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vankhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vankhari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vankhari
Where is Vankhari located?
Vankhari village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vankhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Vankhari is Pader Gaoun.
What is the pincode of Vankhari?
The pincode of Vankhari is 246155.
What is the population of Vankhari?
Vankhari had a total population of 79, including 35 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Vankhari?
Vankhari had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vankhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vankhari was 88.46%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 81.82%.