Bhans Koti - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Bhans Koti is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Tehri and around 56 km from New Tehri. Bhainskoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhans Koti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhans Koti is 043820. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.3 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Bhans Koti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhans Koti
As per Census 2011, Bhans Koti village has a total population of 709 people, consisting of 337 males and 372 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 518 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhans Koti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 709 | 337 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 146 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 280 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 57 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Bhans Koti
Bhans Koti 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 Bhans Koti
Bhans Koti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhans Koti is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bhans Koti is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhans Koti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhans Koti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhans Koti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhans Koti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhans Koti
Where is Bhans Koti located?
Bhans Koti village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhans Koti?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhans Koti is Bhainskoti.
What is the pincode of Bhans Koti?
The pincode of Bhans Koti is 249131.
What is the population of Bhans Koti?
Bhans Koti has a total population of 709, including 337 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Bhans Koti?
There are 162 households in Bhans Koti.
What is the literacy rate in Bhans Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhans Koti is 73.06%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 63.98%.