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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bansi village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 153 males and 157 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 153 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 310, including 153 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bansi?
There are 66 households in Bansi.
What is the literacy rate in Bansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansi is 75.81%. Male literacy is 84.31% and female literacy is 67.52%.