Bany - Sandila, Hardoi
Bany is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Bany village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bany is 141137. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.84 hectares and falls under the 241202 pincode. Lucknow is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bany village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bany
According to the 2011 Census, Bany village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 920 males and 851 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.72%, with male literacy at 84.97% and female literacy at 65.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 716.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 920 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 148 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 716 | 387 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 656 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 264 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Bany
Bany 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danda | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Banjara | North | 1.20 km |
| Saiyapur | East | 1.95 km |
| Lalpur | North | 2.15 km |
| Khasraul | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Pipargaon | South | 2.99 km |
| Mahuwa Danda | East | 3.13 km |
| Bharawan | West | 3.26 km |
| Dula Nagar | North | 3.29 km |
| Hayatganj | South-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bany
Bany is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ataria, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lucknow to Bany is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Bany is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bany
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bany village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bany
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bany 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bany
Where is Bany located?
Bany village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bany?
Bany is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bany?
The pincode of Bany is 241202.
What is the population of Bany?
Bany had a total population of 1,771, including 920 males and 851 females.
How many households are there in Bany?
Bany had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bany?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bany was 75.72%. Male literacy was 84.97% and female literacy was 65.73%.