Bans - Barakot, Champawat
Bans is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Lohaghat and around 33 km from Champawat. Chhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans is 054190. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.62 hectares and falls under the 262525 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bans village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bans
As per Census 2011, Bans village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 68 males and 73 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bans are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bans
Bans 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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bans.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lohaghat to Bans is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bans is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bans
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bans
Where is Bans located?
Bans village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bans?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans is Chhanda.
What is the pincode of Bans?
The pincode of Bans is 262525.
What is the population of Bans?
Bans has a total population of 141, including 68 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Bans?
There are 27 households in Bans.
What is the literacy rate in Bans?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans is 58.87%. Male literacy is 69.12% and female literacy is 49.32%.