Bani - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Bani is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Singhpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bani is 104950. The village covers a total geographical area of 648.79 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Bani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bani
As per Census 2011, Bani village has a total population of 1,781 people, consisting of 916 males and 865 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,781 | 916 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 215 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 601 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 315 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Bani
Bani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khol Kheri | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Aru Kheri | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Ghughwa | West | 2.42 km |
| Khokhariya Khurd | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Vistuniya | South | 2.88 km |
| Chhan Ka Khera | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Karawan | East | 3.38 km |
| Theekariya | South | 3.67 km |
| Khandar | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Khokhariya Kalan | North | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bani
Bani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Bani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Bani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bani 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 Bani
Where is Bani located?
Bani village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bani is Singhpur.
What is the pincode of Bani?
The pincode of Bani is 326512.
What is the population of Bani?
Bani has a total population of 1,781, including 916 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Bani?
There are 335 households in Bani.
What is the literacy rate in Bani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bani is 50.42%. Male literacy is 65.61% and female literacy is 34.34%.