Bamanpuri - Dwarahat, Almora
Bamanpuri is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bamanpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamanpuri is 052632. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.43 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bamanpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamanpuri
As per Census 2011, Bamanpuri village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 170 males and 213 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,252 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamanpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 170 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 149 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 21 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Bamanpuri
Bamanpuri 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 Bamanpuri
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bamanpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dwarahat to Bamanpuri is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bamanpuri is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bamanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamanpuri 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 Bamanpuri
Where is Bamanpuri located?
Bamanpuri village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamanpuri?
Bamanpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamanpuri?
The pincode of Bamanpuri is 263653.
What is the population of Bamanpuri?
Bamanpuri has a total population of 383, including 170 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Bamanpuri?
There are 84 households in Bamanpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bamanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamanpuri is 77.81%. Male literacy is 87.65% and female literacy is 69.95%.