Bhatkanda - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Bhatkanda is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Jakhnidhar and around 40 km from New Tehri. Bhatkanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatkanda is 043627. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.82 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhatkanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatkanda village had a total population of 287 people, including 160 males and 127 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 93.66% and female literacy at 64.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 287 | 160 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 133 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 27 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatkanda
Bhatkanda 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 Bhatkanda
Bhatkanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tehri to Bhatkanda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhatkanda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatkanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatkanda 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 Bhatkanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatkanda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatkanda
Where is Bhatkanda located?
Bhatkanda village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatkanda?
Bhatkanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatkanda?
The pincode of Bhatkanda is 249123.
What is the population of Bhatkanda?
Bhatkanda had a total population of 287, including 160 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bhatkanda?
Bhatkanda had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatkanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatkanda was 80.69%. Male literacy was 93.66% and female literacy was 64.96%.