Bant - Reodar, Sirohi
Bant is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Bant village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bant is 090304. The village covers a total geographical area of 1432 hectares and falls under the 307513 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Bant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bant
As per Census 2011, Bant village has a total population of 3,942 people, consisting of 2,058 males and 1,884 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 739 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,376 literate and 2,566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,078 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,942 | 2,058 | 1,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 739 | 408 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 961 | 518 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,078 | 547 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 944 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,566 | 1,114 | 1,452 |
Nearby Villages of Bant
Bant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohabbatpura | South | 2.23 km |
| Kotra | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Jetawara | East | 4.42 km |
| Matasan | North | 5.24 km |
| Vasada | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Bamanwara | North-East | 6.20 km |
| Rupawati Kalan | North | 6.32 km |
| Rupawati Khurd | North | 8.04 km |
| Morwara | East | 8.22 km |
| Sorda | East | 8.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bant
Bant is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marwar Ratanpur, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Abu Road to Bant is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Bant is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bant 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bant village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bant
Where is Bant located?
Bant village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bant?
Bant is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bant?
The pincode of Bant is 307513.
What is the population of Bant?
Bant has a total population of 3,942, including 2,058 males and 1,884 females.
How many households are there in Bant?
There are 683 households in Bant.
What is the literacy rate in Bant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bant is 34.91%. Male literacy is 45.87% and female literacy is 22.93%.