Bhatkura - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Bhatkura is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Basant Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatkura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatkura is 048892. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.81 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Bhatkura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhatkura
As per Census 2011, Bhatkura village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 67 males and 72 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatkura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatkura
Bhatkura 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 Bhatkura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhatkura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bhatkura is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bhatkura is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatkura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatkura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatkura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatkura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatkura
Where is Bhatkura located?
Bhatkura village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatkura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatkura is Basant Kot.
What is the pincode of Bhatkura?
The pincode of Bhatkura is 262554.
What is the population of Bhatkura?
Bhatkura has a total population of 139, including 67 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Bhatkura?
There are 29 households in Bhatkura.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatkura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatkura is 61.15%. Male literacy is 73.13% and female literacy is 50.00%.