Banstoli
Banstoli is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Bastoli is the gram panchayat of Banstoli village.
Here you can discover what makes Banstoli unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Banstoli’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Banstoli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banstoli is 050707. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Banstoli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banstoli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banstoli
Population of Banstoli
According to the 2011 Census, Banstoli has a total population of about 206, with approximately 101 males and 105 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 138 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.59%, with male literacy at about 72.28% and female literacy near 55.24%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banstoli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Connectivity of Banstoli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banstoli. As per the 2011 stats, Banstoli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banstoli
Knowing the nearby villages of Banstoli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banstoli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banstoli
- Where is Banstoli located?
- Banstoli village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banstoli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banstoli is Bastoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banstoli?
- The pincode of Banstoli is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banstoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banstoli is 206, with 101 males and 105 females.
- How many households are there in Banstoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banstoli village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banstoli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banstoli is 63.59%. The male literacy rate is 72.28%, while the female literacy rate is 55.24%.