Bhukki - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Bhukki is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bhukki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhukki is 040751. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.59 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhukki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhukki
According to the 2011 Census, Bhukki village had a total population of 154 people, including 77 males and 77 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.96%, with male literacy at 97.01% and female literacy at 69.12%.
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 | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bhukki
Bhukki 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 Bhukki
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhukki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Bhukki is about 40 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 Bhukki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhukki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhukki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhukki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhukki
Where is Bhukki located?
Bhukki village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhukki?
Bhukki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhukki?
The pincode of Bhukki is 249135.
What is the population of Bhukki?
Bhukki had a total population of 154, including 77 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Bhukki?
Bhukki had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhukki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhukki was 82.96%. Male literacy was 97.01% and female literacy was 69.12%.