Bhantunda - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Bhantunda is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Pauri and around 23 km from Pauri. Kotale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhantunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhantunda is 046282. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.71 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhantunda 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhantunda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhantunda village had a total population of 82 people, including 30 males and 52 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.42%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 54.55%.
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 | 82 | 30 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 4 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bhantunda
Bhantunda 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 Bhantunda
Bhantunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Bhantunda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhantunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhantunda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhantunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhantunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhantunda
Where is Bhantunda located?
Bhantunda village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhantunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhantunda is Kotale.
What is the pincode of Bhantunda?
The pincode of Bhantunda is 246001.
What is the population of Bhantunda?
Bhantunda had a total population of 82, including 30 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Bhantunda?
Bhantunda had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhantunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhantunda was 70.42%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 54.55%.