Bamtana - Bageshwar
Bamtana is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Falyaati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamtana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamtana is 050980. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.48 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bamtana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bamtana
As per Census 2011, Bamtana village has a total population of 65 people, consisting of 28 males and 37 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,321 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 24 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamtana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 6 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bamtana
Bamtana 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 Bamtana
Public transport in the Bamtana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Bamtana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamtana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamtana 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bamtana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamtana 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 Bamtana
Where is Bamtana located?
Bamtana village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamtana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamtana is Falyaati.
What is the pincode of Bamtana?
The pincode of Bamtana is 263642.
What is the population of Bamtana?
Bamtana has a total population of 65, including 28 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Bamtana?
There are 14 households in Bamtana.
What is the literacy rate in Bamtana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamtana is 63.08%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 51.35%.