Bhandali - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Bhandali is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 94 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhandali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandali is 043246. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.18 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bhandali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandali
As per Census 2011, Bhandali village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 119 males and 131 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 119 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 24 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandali
Bhandali 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 Bhandali
Bhandali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Bhandali is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhandali is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandali 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 Bhandali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandali
Where is Bhandali located?
Bhandali village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandali?
Bhandali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandali?
The pincode of Bhandali is 249161.
What is the population of Bhandali?
Bhandali has a total population of 250, including 119 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Bhandali?
There are 50 households in Bhandali.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandali is 70.00%. Male literacy is 79.83% and female literacy is 61.07%.