Bamaniya - Danta, Banas Kantha
Bamaniya is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bamaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamaniya is 507938. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.48 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bamaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamaniya
As per Census 2011, Bamaniya village has a total population of 1,381 people, consisting of 743 males and 638 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamaniya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,381 | 743 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 136 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 455 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 288 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Bamaniya
Bamaniya 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 Bamaniya
Bamaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palanpur to Bamaniya is about 34 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 Bamaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bamaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamaniya 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 Bamaniya
Where is Bamaniya located?
Bamaniya village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamaniya?
Bamaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamaniya?
The pincode of Bamaniya is 385120.
What is the population of Bamaniya?
Bamaniya has a total population of 1,381, including 743 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Bamaniya?
There are 275 households in Bamaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Bamaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamaniya is 50.98%. Male literacy is 61.24% and female literacy is 39.03%.