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.
Here you can discover what makes Bhatkanda unique in its vibrant Jakhnidhar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Bhatkanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bhatkanda
Population of Bhatkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatkanda has a total population of about 287, with approximately 160 males and 127 females. The sex ratio is around 793 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.82%, with male literacy at about 83.13% and female literacy near 59.84%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhatkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.