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 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 Bantoli
According to the 2011 Census, Bantoli village had a total population of 164 people, including 86 males and 78 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 164, including 86 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Bantoli?
Bantoli had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bantoli was 75.56%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 66.18%.