Bhatkanda

Bhatkanda is a village located in Jakhnidhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Jakhnidhar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Bhatkanda village is also a gram panchayat.

Bhatkanda has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhatkanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhatkanda is 043627. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249123. Tehri is nearest town to Bhatkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bhatkanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhatkanda

Below is a concise population overview of Bhatkanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 287 160 127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 18 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 8 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 209 133 76
Illiterate Population 78 27 51

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhatkanda village:

  • The total population of Bhatkanda village is around 287, including approximately 160 males and 127 females, with a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Bhatkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhatkanda village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bhatkanda village is about 72.82%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 59.84%.
  • There are around 60 households in Bhatkanda village.

Connectivity of Bhatkanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhatkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Bhatkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhatkanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhatkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhatkanda.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhatkanda

Where is Bhatkanda located?
Bhatkanda village is situated in Jakhnidhar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatkanda?
Bhatkanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhatkanda?
The pincode of Bhatkanda is 249123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhatkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhatkanda is 287, with 160 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bhatkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhatkanda village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhatkanda is 72.82%. The male literacy rate is 83.13%, while the female literacy rate is 59.84%.