Bana - Dhari, Nainital
Bana is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Buri Bana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bana is 054924. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.37 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bana
According to the 2011 Census, Bana village had a total population of 863 people, including 444 males and 419 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.03%, with male literacy at 97.70% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 863 | 444 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 383 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 61 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Bana
Bana 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 Bana
Bana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Bana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Bana is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bana
Where is Bana located?
Bana village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bana is Buri Bana.
What is the pincode of Bana?
The pincode of Bana is 263132.
What is the population of Bana?
Bana had a total population of 863, including 444 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Bana?
Bana had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bana was 88.03%. Male literacy was 97.70% and female literacy was 77.50%.