Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Bali Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) is 050028. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.26 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
According to the 2011 Census, Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) village had a total population of 169 people, including 68 males and 101 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,485 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.31%, with male literacy at 98.36% and female literacy at 70.93%.
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 | 169 | 68 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 8 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) 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 Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)
Where is Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) located?
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) is Bali Gaon.
What is the pincode of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)?
The pincode of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) is 262522.
What is the population of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)?
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) had a total population of 169, including 68 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)?
Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markhanuei(Bhatgaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markhanuei(Bhatgaon) was 82.31%. Male literacy was 98.36% and female literacy was 70.93%.