Banskatal - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Banskatal is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Lansdowne and around 145 km from Pauri. Khenduri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banskatal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banskatal is 047259. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.96 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Banskatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Banskatal
Banskatal 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 Banskatal
Public transport in the Banskatal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Banskatal is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Banskatal is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banskatal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banskatal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banskatal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banskatal 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 Banskatal
Where is Banskatal located?
Banskatal village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banskatal?
The Gram Panchayat of Banskatal is Khenduri.
What is the pincode of Banskatal?
The pincode of Banskatal is 246123.