Bandrani - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Bandrani is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bandrani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandrani is 040726. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.46 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bandrani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandrani
According to the 2011 Census, Bandrani village had a total population of 312 people, including 154 males and 158 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.34%, with male literacy at 93.13% and female literacy at 70.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 312 | 154 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 122 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bandrani
Bandrani 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 Bandrani
Bandrani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Bandrani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandrani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandrani 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 Bandrani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandrani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandrani
Where is Bandrani located?
Bandrani village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandrani?
Bandrani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandrani?
The pincode of Bandrani is 249135.
What is the population of Bandrani?
Bandrani had a total population of 312, including 154 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Bandrani?
Bandrani had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandrani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandrani was 81.34%. Male literacy was 93.13% and female literacy was 70.07%.