Banta - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Banta is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from Gudha Malani and around 105 km from Barmer. Banta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banta is 088076. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.78 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Banta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banta
As per Census 2011, Banta village has a total population of 1,073 people, consisting of 561 males and 512 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 460 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,073 | 561 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 142 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 292 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 269 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Banta
Banta 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 Banta
Banta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Banta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Banta is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Banta is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banta
Where is Banta located?
Banta village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banta?
Banta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banta?
The pincode of Banta is 344031.
What is the population of Banta?
Banta has a total population of 1,073, including 561 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Banta?
There are 159 households in Banta.
What is the literacy rate in Banta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banta is 42.87%. Male literacy is 52.05% and female literacy is 32.81%.