Bangawan - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bangawan is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Raghuliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bangawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangawan is 056304. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.4 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bangawan 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangawan
According to the 2011 Census, Bangawan village had a total population of 1,073 people, including 546 males and 527 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.86%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 52.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 1,073 | 546 | 527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 350 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 196 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Bangawan
Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Bangawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bangawan.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Bangawan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bangawan 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 Bangawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bangawan
Where is Bangawan located?
Bangawan village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bangawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bangawan is Raghuliya.
What is the pincode of Bangawan?
The pincode of Bangawan is 262308.
What is the population of Bangawan?
Bangawan had a total population of 1,073, including 546 males and 527 females.
How many households are there in Bangawan?
Bangawan had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangawan was 62.86%. Male literacy was 72.46% and female literacy was 52.64%.