Bhandari Gaon - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Bhandari Gaon is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Uprara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandari Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandari Gaon is 050018. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.92 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Bhandari Gaon 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandari Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandari Gaon village had a total population of 80 people, including 35 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 35 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandari Gaon
Bhandari Gaon 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 Bhandari Gaon
Bhandari Gaon 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 <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 Pithoragarh to Bhandari Gaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandari Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandari Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandari Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandari Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhandari Gaon
Where is Bhandari Gaon located?
Bhandari Gaon village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhandari Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandari Gaon is Uprara.
What is the pincode of Bhandari Gaon?
The pincode of Bhandari Gaon is 262522.
What is the population of Bhandari Gaon?
Bhandari Gaon had a total population of 80, including 35 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Bhandari Gaon?
Bhandari Gaon had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandari Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandari Gaon was 80.28%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 77.50%.