Banstoli - Kanda, Bageshwar
Banstoli is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bastoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banstoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banstoli is 050707. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.47 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Banstoli 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 Banstoli
According to the 2011 Census, Banstoli village had a total population of 206 people, including 101 males and 105 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.72%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Banstoli
Banstoli 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 Banstoli
Banstoli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Banstoli is about 35 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 Banstoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banstoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banstoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banstoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banstoli
Where is Banstoli located?
Banstoli village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banstoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Banstoli is Bastoli.
What is the pincode of Banstoli?
The pincode of Banstoli is 263619.
What is the population of Banstoli?
Banstoli had a total population of 206, including 101 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Banstoli?
Banstoli had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banstoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banstoli was 75.72%. Male literacy was 84.88% and female literacy was 66.67%.