Bannakhera - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bannakhera is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bannakhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bannakhera is 055875. The village covers a total geographical area of 584.82 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bannakhera 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bannakhera
According to the 2011 Census, Bannakhera village had a total population of 5,620 people, including 2,975 males and 2,645 females, living in 1,051 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.82%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 49.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 5,620 | 2,975 | 2,645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 992 | 546 | 446 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,114 | 590 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 299 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 2,861 | 1,765 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,759 | 1,210 | 1,549 |
Nearby Villages of Bannakhera
Bannakhera 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 Bannakhera
Bannakhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bannakhera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Bannakhera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bannakhera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bannakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bannakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bannakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bannakhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bannakhera
Where is Bannakhera located?
Bannakhera village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bannakhera?
Bannakhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bannakhera?
The pincode of Bannakhera is 262401.
What is the population of Bannakhera?
Bannakhera had a total population of 5,620, including 2,975 males and 2,645 females.
How many households are there in Bannakhera?
Bannakhera had 1,051 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bannakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bannakhera was 61.82%. Male literacy was 72.66% and female literacy was 49.84%.