Bhansari - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Bhansari is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Bhansadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhansari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhansari is 040365. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.26 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhansari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhansari
As per Census 2011, Bhansari village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 299 males and 305 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhansari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 299 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 389 | 226 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 73 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Bhansari
Bhansari 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 Bhansari
Bhansari 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 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 Barkot to Bhansari is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Bhansari is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhansari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhansari 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 Bhansari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhansari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhansari
Where is Bhansari located?
Bhansari village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhansari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhansari is Bhansadi.
What is the pincode of Bhansari?
The pincode of Bhansari is 249141.
What is the population of Bhansari?
Bhansari has a total population of 604, including 299 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Bhansari?
There are 128 households in Bhansari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhansari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhansari is 64.40%. Male literacy is 75.59% and female literacy is 53.44%.