Bans Jhirothi - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bans Jhirothi is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Baazjhiroti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans Jhirothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Jhirothi is 050749. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.9 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bans Jhirothi 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bans Jhirothi
According to the 2011 Census, Bans Jhirothi village had a total population of 333 people, including 144 males and 189 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.41%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 69.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
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 | 333 | 144 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 77 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 40 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Jhirothi
Bans Jhirothi 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 Bans Jhirothi
Bans Jhirothi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bageshwar to Bans Jhirothi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Jhirothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Jhirothi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bans Jhirothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Jhirothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bans Jhirothi
Where is Bans Jhirothi located?
Bans Jhirothi village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bans Jhirothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans Jhirothi is Baazjhiroti.
What is the pincode of Bans Jhirothi?
The pincode of Bans Jhirothi is 263631.
What is the population of Bans Jhirothi?
Bans Jhirothi had a total population of 333, including 144 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Bans Jhirothi?
Bans Jhirothi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Jhirothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Jhirothi was 77.41%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 69.54%.