Banusa - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Banusa is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Baanusa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banusa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banusa is 056260. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.64 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Banusa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banusa
As per Census 2011, Banusa village has a total population of 2,431 people, consisting of 1,253 males and 1,178 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,633 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banusa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,431 | 1,253 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 133 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 199 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,576 | 788 | 788 |
| Literate Population | 1,633 | 949 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 304 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Banusa
Banusa 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 Banusa
Banusa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Banusa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Banusa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Banusa is about 60 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 Banusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banusa 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 Banusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banusa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banusa
Where is Banusa located?
Banusa village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banusa?
The Gram Panchayat of Banusa is Baanusa.
What is the pincode of Banusa?
The pincode of Banusa is 262308.
What is the population of Banusa?
Banusa has a total population of 2,431, including 1,253 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Banusa?
There are 437 households in Banusa.
What is the literacy rate in Banusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banusa is 67.17%. Male literacy is 75.74% and female literacy is 58.06%.