Bhanar Kot - Thal, Pithoragarh
Bhanar Kot is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Berinag and around 60 km from Pithoragarh. Lejam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanar Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanar Kot is 049816. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.59 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bhanar Kot 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 Bhanar Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanar Kot village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.63%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanar Kot
Bhanar Kot 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 Bhanar Kot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhanar Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bhanar Kot is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bhanar Kot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanar Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanar Kot 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 Bhanar Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanar Kot 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhanar Kot
Where is Bhanar Kot located?
Bhanar Kot village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhanar Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanar Kot is Lejam.
What is the pincode of Bhanar Kot?
The pincode of Bhanar Kot is 262552.
What is the population of Bhanar Kot?
Bhanar Kot had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Bhanar Kot?
Bhanar Kot had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanar Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanar Kot was 90.63%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.21%.