Bandasa - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Bandasa is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Devprayag and around 111 km from New Tehri. Bandasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandasa is 043360. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.85 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Bandasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandasa
According to the 2011 Census, Bandasa village had a total population of 243 people, including 114 males and 129 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 94.90% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 243 | 114 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 21 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Bandasa
Bandasa 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 Bandasa
Bandasa 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 >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 Srinagar to Bandasa is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bandasa is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandasa
Where is Bandasa located?
Bandasa village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandasa?
Bandasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandasa?
The pincode of Bandasa is 249161.
What is the population of Bandasa?
Bandasa had a total population of 243, including 114 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bandasa?
Bandasa had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandasa was 76.17%. Male literacy was 94.90% and female literacy was 60.34%.