Bantoli - Pankhu, Pithoragarh
Bantoli is a village situated in the Pankhu tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Berinag and around 70.5 km from Pithoragarh. Bogar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bantoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bantoli is 049548. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.89 hectares and falls under the 262533 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bantoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bantoli
As per Census 2011, Bantoli village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 86 males and 78 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bantoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 29 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bantoli
Bantoli 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 Bantoli
Public transport in the Bantoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bantoli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bantoli is about 70.5 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 Bantoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bantoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bantoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bantoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bantoli
Where is Bantoli located?
Bantoli village is located in Pankhu Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bantoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bantoli is Bogar.
What is the pincode of Bantoli?
The pincode of Bantoli is 262533.
What is the population of Bantoli?
Bantoli has a total population of 164, including 86 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Bantoli?
There are 33 households in Bantoli.
What is the literacy rate in Bantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantoli is 62.20%. Male literacy is 66.28% and female literacy is 57.69%.