Banjyani - Gairsain, Chamoli
Banjyani is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jalchaura Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjyani is 042018. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.54 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Banjyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Banjyani
According to the 2011 Census, Banjyani village had a total population of 5 people, including 2 males and 3 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Banjyani
Banjyani 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 Banjyani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banjyani.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Banjyani is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Banjyani is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjyani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banjyani
Where is Banjyani located?
Banjyani village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banjyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjyani is Jalchaura Malla.
What is the pincode of Banjyani?
The pincode of Banjyani is 246428.
What is the population of Banjyani?
Banjyani had a total population of 5, including 2 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Banjyani?
Banjyani had 3 households.