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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bamanpuri village had a total population of 383 people, including 170 males and 213 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,253 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.13%, with male literacy at 97.39% and female literacy at 77.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 383 | 170 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 383, including 170 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Bamanpuri?
Bamanpuri had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamanpuri was 86.13%. Male literacy was 97.39% and female literacy was 77.20%.