Banaula - Adibadri, Chamoli
Banaula is a village situated in the Adibadri tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from Gairsain and around 65 km from Gopeshwar. Badeith serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaula is 041840. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.82 hectares and falls under the 246440 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Banaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banaula
As per Census 2011, Banaula village has a total population of 5 people, consisting of 3 males and 2 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males. The village has 5 literate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banaula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Banaula
Banaula 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 Banaula
Public transport in the Banaula is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Banaula is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Banaula is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banaula
Where is Banaula located?
Banaula village is located in Adibadri Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Banaula is Badeith.
What is the pincode of Banaula?
The pincode of Banaula is 246440.
What is the population of Banaula?
Banaula has a total population of 5, including 3 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Banaula?
There are 1 households in Banaula.
What is the literacy rate in Banaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaula is 100.00%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 100.00%.