Banoli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Banoli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banoli is 049670. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.43 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Banoli 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banoli
According to the 2011 Census, Banoli village had a total population of 58 people, including 28 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Banoli
Banoli 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 Banoli
Public transport in the Banoli 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 Didihat to Banoli is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Banoli is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banoli 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 Banoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banoli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banoli
Where is Banoli located?
Banoli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Banoli is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Banoli?
The pincode of Banoli is 262534.
What is the population of Banoli?
Banoli had a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Banoli?
Banoli had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banoli was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.