Bangsil - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Bangsil is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bangsil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangsil is 044221. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.62 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Bangsil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangsil
As per Census 2011, Bangsil village has a total population of 386 people, consisting of 191 males and 195 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangsil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 150 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 41 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Bangsil
Bangsil 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 Bangsil
Bangsil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mussoorie to Bangsil is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Bangsil is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangsil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangsil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bangsil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangsil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bangsil
Where is Bangsil located?
Bangsil village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangsil?
Bangsil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bangsil?
The pincode of Bangsil is 249180.
What is the population of Bangsil?
Bangsil has a total population of 386, including 191 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Bangsil?
There are 76 households in Bangsil.
What is the literacy rate in Bangsil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangsil is 64.25%. Male literacy is 78.53% and female literacy is 50.26%.