Bansi - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Bansi is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Bansee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansi is 047486. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.59 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansi
According to the 2011 Census, Bansi village had a total population of 310 people, including 153 males and 157 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.36%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 24 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bansi
Bansi 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 Bansi
Public transport in the Bansi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Bansi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Bansi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansi 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 Bansi
Where is Bansi located?
Bansi village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansi is Bansee.
What is the pincode of Bansi?
The pincode of Bansi is 246155.
What is the population of Bansi?
Bansi had a total population of 310, including 153 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bansi?
Bansi had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansi was 87.36%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.71%.