Bantoli - Barakot, Champawat
Bantoli is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Lohaghat and around 25 km from Champawat. Bantoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bantoli is 054203. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.47 hectares and falls under the 262525 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bantoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bantoli
According to the 2011 Census, Bantoli village had a total population of 313 people, including 140 males and 173 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,236 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.14%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 68.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 313 | 140 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 26 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bantoli
Bantoli 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 Bantoli
Public transport in the Bantoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Bantoli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bantoli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bantoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bantoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bantoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bantoli 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 Bantoli
Where is Bantoli located?
Bantoli village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bantoli?
Bantoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bantoli?
The pincode of Bantoli is 262525.
What is the population of Bantoli?
Bantoli had a total population of 313, including 140 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Bantoli?
Bantoli had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantoli was 80.14%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 68.79%.