Berkhera Pandey - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Berkhera Pandey is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Barkheda Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berkhera Pandey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berkhera Pandey is 055669. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.36 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Berkhera Pandey 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Berkhera Pandey
According to the 2011 Census, Berkhera Pandey village had a total population of 5,299 people, including 2,753 males and 2,546 females, living in 1,040 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.63%, with male literacy at 81.64% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,974.
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 | 5,299 | 2,753 | 2,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 852 | 460 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,974 | 1,031 | 943 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,141 | 1,872 | 1,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,158 | 881 | 1,277 |
Nearby Villages of Berkhera Pandey
Berkhera Pandey 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 Berkhera Pandey
Berkhera Pandey is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Berkhera Pandey.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Berkhera Pandey is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Berkhera Pandey is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berkhera Pandey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berkhera Pandey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Berkhera Pandey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berkhera Pandey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Berkhera Pandey
Where is Berkhera Pandey located?
Berkhera Pandey village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Berkhera Pandey?
The Gram Panchayat of Berkhera Pandey is Barkheda Pandey.
What is the pincode of Berkhera Pandey?
The pincode of Berkhera Pandey is 244713.
What is the population of Berkhera Pandey?
Berkhera Pandey had a total population of 5,299, including 2,753 males and 2,546 females.
How many households are there in Berkhera Pandey?
Berkhera Pandey had 1,040 households.
What is the literacy rate in Berkhera Pandey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berkhera Pandey was 70.63%. Male literacy was 81.64% and female literacy was 58.91%.