Banta

Banta is a village located in Gudha Malani tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gudha Malani (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Banta village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Banta unique in its vibrant Gudha Malani-Barmer region. You’ll see Banta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Banta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banta is 088076. The village spans a total geographical area of 943.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344031. Sanchore is nearest town to Banta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Banta

According to the 2011 Census, Banta has a total population of about 1,073, with approximately 561 males and 512 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 272 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.87%, with male literacy at about 52.05% and female literacy near 32.81%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,073 561 512
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 235 120 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 272 142 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 460 292 168
Illiterate Population 613 269 344

Connectivity of Banta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banta. As per the 2011 stats, Banta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banta

Knowing the nearby villages of Banta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banta

Where is Banta located?
Banta village is situated in Gudha Malani Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banta?
Banta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Banta?
The pincode of Banta is 344031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banta is 1,073, with 561 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Banta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banta village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banta is 42.87%. The male literacy rate is 52.05%, while the female literacy rate is 32.81%.