Bantuo - Kalsi, Dehradun
Bantuo is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Ranigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bantuo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bantuo is 044838. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.29 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bantuo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bantuo
According to the 2011 Census, Bantuo village had a total population of 155 people, including 79 males and 76 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 58.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bantuo
Bantuo 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 Bantuo
Public transport in the Bantuo 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 Vikasnagar to Bantuo is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Bantuo is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bantuo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bantuo 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 Bantuo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bantuo 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bantuo
Where is Bantuo located?
Bantuo village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bantuo?
The Gram Panchayat of Bantuo is Ranigaon.
What is the pincode of Bantuo?
The pincode of Bantuo is 248001.
What is the population of Bantuo?
Bantuo had a total population of 155, including 79 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Bantuo?
Bantuo had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bantuo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantuo was 66.92%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 58.21%.