Baniegaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Baniegaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Banegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baniegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baniegaon is 050780. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.09 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Baniegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baniegaon
As per Census 2011, Baniegaon village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 214 males and 274 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,280 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baniegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 214 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 140 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 79 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Baniegaon
Baniegaon 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 Baniegaon
Baniegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bageshwar to Baniegaon is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baniegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baniegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baniegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baniegaon 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 Baniegaon
Where is Baniegaon located?
Baniegaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniegaon is Banegaon.
What is the pincode of Baniegaon?
The pincode of Baniegaon is 263631.
What is the population of Baniegaon?
Baniegaon has a total population of 488, including 214 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Baniegaon?
There are 108 households in Baniegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Baniegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baniegaon is 52.46%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 44.16%.