Bandwal Gaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Bandwal Gaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from Thauldhar and around 51 km from New Tehri. Bandwal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandwal Gaon is 043834. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.58 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bandwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bandwal Gaon village had a total population of 175 people, including 89 males and 86 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.55%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 61.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bandwal Gaon
Bandwal Gaon 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 Bandwal Gaon
Bandwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Bandwal Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bandwal Gaon is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandwal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandwal Gaon
Where is Bandwal Gaon located?
Bandwal Gaon village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandwal Gaon?
Bandwal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandwal Gaon?
The pincode of Bandwal Gaon is 249131.
What is the population of Bandwal Gaon?
Bandwal Gaon had a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Bandwal Gaon?
Bandwal Gaon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandwal Gaon was 73.55%. Male literacy was 84.81% and female literacy was 61.84%.