Bhankund - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Bhankund is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Huddu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhankund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankund is 042154. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.13 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Bhankund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankund
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankund village had a total population of 16 people, including 10 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankund
Bhankund 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 Bhankund
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhankund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Bhankund is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhankund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankund 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhankund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankund 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bhankund
Where is Bhankund located?
Bhankund village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhankund?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhankund is Huddu.
What is the pincode of Bhankund?
The pincode of Bhankund is 246469.
What is the population of Bhankund?
Bhankund had a total population of 16, including 10 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Bhankund?
Bhankund had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankund was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.