Bawanpuri - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Bawanpuri is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Vamanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bawanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bawanpuri is 056115. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.37 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bawanpuri 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bawanpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Bawanpuri village had a total population of 1,143 people, including 577 males and 566 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 71.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 1,143 | 577 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 197 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 440 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 137 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Bawanpuri
Bawanpuri 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 Bawanpuri
Bawanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Bawanpuri is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bawanpuri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bawanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bawanpuri 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 Bawanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bawanpuri 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bawanpuri
Where is Bawanpuri located?
Bawanpuri village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bawanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bawanpuri is Vamanpuri.
What is the pincode of Bawanpuri?
The pincode of Bawanpuri is 262405.
What is the population of Bawanpuri?
Bawanpuri had a total population of 1,143, including 577 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Bawanpuri?
Bawanpuri had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bawanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bawanpuri was 80.36%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 71.52%.