Banskhera Khurd - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Banskhera Khurd 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 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banskhera Khurd is 055663. The village covers a total geographical area of 410.03 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Banskhera Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Banskhera Khurd
As per Census 2011, Banskhera Khurd village has a total population of 4,511 people, consisting of 2,292 males and 2,219 females. The village has 742 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,648 literate and 1,863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banskhera Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,511 | 2,292 | 2,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 381 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,466 | 752 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,648 | 1,524 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,863 | 768 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Banskhera Khurd
Banskhera Khurd 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 Banskhera Khurd
Banskhera Khurd 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 Banskhera Khurd.
| 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 Banskhera Khurd is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Banskhera Khurd 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 Banskhera Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banskhera Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banskhera Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banskhera Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Banskhera Khurd
Where is Banskhera Khurd located?
Banskhera Khurd village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banskhera Khurd?
Banskhera Khurd is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banskhera Khurd?
The pincode of Banskhera Khurd is 244713.
What is the population of Banskhera Khurd?
Banskhera Khurd has a total population of 4,511, including 2,292 males and 2,219 females.
How many households are there in Banskhera Khurd?
There are 742 households in Banskhera Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Banskhera Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banskhera Khurd is 58.70%. Male literacy is 66.49% and female literacy is 50.65%.