Bakunda - Thailisain, Pauri Garhwal
Bakunda is a village situated in the Thailisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Thalisain and around 144 km from Pauri. Bankuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakunda is 046623. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.92 hectares and falls under the 246285 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 144 km away.
Bakunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bakunda
As per Census 2011, Bakunda village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 149 males and 180 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,208 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 149 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 46 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bakunda
Bakunda 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 Bakunda
Public transport in the Bakunda 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 Pauri to Bakunda is about 144 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakunda 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 Bakunda
Where is Bakunda located?
Bakunda village is located in Thailisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakunda is Bankuda.
What is the pincode of Bakunda?
The pincode of Bakunda is 246285.
What is the population of Bakunda?
Bakunda has a total population of 329, including 149 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bakunda?
There are 60 households in Bakunda.
What is the literacy rate in Bakunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakunda is 60.79%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 53.89%.