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
As per Census 2011, Bantuo village has a total population of 155 people, consisting of 79 males and 76 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bantuo are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 155, including 79 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Bantuo?
There are 15 households in Bantuo.
What is the literacy rate in Bantuo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantuo is 57.42%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 51.32%.