Bans Khera Kalan - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Bans Khera Kalan is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Banskhera Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans Khera Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Khera Kalan is 055660. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.71 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bans Khera Kalan 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bans Khera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Bans Khera Kalan village had a total population of 2,009 people, including 1,027 males and 982 females, living in 357 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 77.62% and female literacy at 59.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 2,009 | 1,027 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 138 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 690 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 337 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Khera Kalan
Bans Khera Kalan 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 Bans Khera Kalan
Bans Khera Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bans Khera Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Bans Khera Kalan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bans Khera Kalan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Khera Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Khera Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bans Khera Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Khera Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bans Khera Kalan
Where is Bans Khera Kalan located?
Bans Khera Kalan village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bans Khera Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans Khera Kalan is Banskhera Khurd.
What is the pincode of Bans Khera Kalan?
The pincode of Bans Khera Kalan is 244713.
What is the population of Bans Khera Kalan?
Bans Khera Kalan had a total population of 2,009, including 1,027 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Bans Khera Kalan?
Bans Khera Kalan had 357 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Khera Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Khera Kalan was 68.67%. Male literacy was 77.62% and female literacy was 59.24%.