Bhankoli - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Bhankoli is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bhankoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankoli is 040179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172.89 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhankoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankoli
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankoli village had a total population of 1,027 people, including 495 males and 532 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.90%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 58.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 350, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 1,027 | 495 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 84 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 184 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 5 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 343 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 152 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankoli
Bhankoli 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 Bhankoli
Bhankoli 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 Barkot to Bhankoli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bhankoli is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhankoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhankoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankoli 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 Bhankoli
Where is Bhankoli located?
Bhankoli village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhankoli?
Bhankoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhankoli?
The pincode of Bhankoli is 249171.
What is the population of Bhankoli?
Bhankoli had a total population of 1,027, including 495 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Bhankoli?
Bhankoli had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankoli was 70.90%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 58.73%.