Byunkhi - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Byunkhi is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhunkhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byunkhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byunkhi is 042088. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.99 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Byunkhi 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 Byunkhi
According to the 2011 Census, Byunkhi village had a total population of 355 people, including 173 males and 182 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.41%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 67.28%.
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 | 355 | 173 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 145 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 28 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Byunkhi
Byunkhi 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 Byunkhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Byunkhi.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Byunkhi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byunkhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byunkhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Byunkhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byunkhi 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 Byunkhi
Where is Byunkhi located?
Byunkhi village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byunkhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Byunkhi is Bhunkhi.
What is the pincode of Byunkhi?
The pincode of Byunkhi is 246439.
What is the population of Byunkhi?
Byunkhi had a total population of 355, including 173 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Byunkhi?
Byunkhi had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byunkhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byunkhi was 81.41%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 67.28%.