Bandharan Basnal - Sult, Almora
Bandharan Basnal is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 185 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nag Talle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandharan Basnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandharan Basnal is 052173. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.9 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bandharan Basnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandharan Basnal
According to the 2011 Census, Bandharan Basnal village had a total population of 172 people, including 92 males and 80 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 65.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 77 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 15 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bandharan Basnal
Bandharan Basnal 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 Bandharan Basnal
Public transport in the Bandharan Basnal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Bandharan Basnal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Bandharan Basnal is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandharan Basnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandharan Basnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandharan Basnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandharan Basnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandharan Basnal
Where is Bandharan Basnal located?
Bandharan Basnal village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandharan Basnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandharan Basnal is Nag Talle.
What is the pincode of Bandharan Basnal?
The pincode of Bandharan Basnal is 244715.
What is the population of Bandharan Basnal?
Bandharan Basnal had a total population of 172, including 92 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Bandharan Basnal?
Bandharan Basnal had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandharan Basnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandharan Basnal was 80.52%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 65.28%.