Devpur Banstila - Ramnagar, Nainital
Devpur Banstila is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Himmatpur Dotiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpur Banstila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpur Banstila is 055323. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.7 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Devpur Banstila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpur Banstila
As per Census 2011, Devpur Banstila village has a total population of 697 people, consisting of 353 males and 344 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpur Banstila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 353 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 108 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 293 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 60 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Devpur Banstila
Devpur Banstila 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 Devpur Banstila
Devpur Banstila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devpur Banstila.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Devpur Banstila is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Devpur Banstila is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpur Banstila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpur Banstila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devpur Banstila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpur Banstila 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devpur Banstila
Where is Devpur Banstila located?
Devpur Banstila village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpur Banstila?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpur Banstila is Himmatpur Dotiyal.
What is the pincode of Devpur Banstila?
The pincode of Devpur Banstila is 244715.
What is the population of Devpur Banstila?
Devpur Banstila has a total population of 697, including 353 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Devpur Banstila?
There are 132 households in Devpur Banstila.
What is the literacy rate in Devpur Banstila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpur Banstila is 75.04%. Male literacy is 83.00% and female literacy is 66.86%.