Banas - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Banas is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Banas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banas is 040348. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.48 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Banas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banas
As per Census 2011, Banas village has a total population of 363 people, consisting of 198 males and 165 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 198 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 141 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 106 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 92 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Banas
Banas 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 Banas
Banas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barkot to Banas is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Banas is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banas 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Banas
Where is Banas located?
Banas village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banas?
Banas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banas?
The pincode of Banas is 249141.
What is the population of Banas?
Banas has a total population of 363, including 198 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Banas?
There are 63 households in Banas.
What is the literacy rate in Banas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banas is 45.18%. Male literacy is 53.54% and female literacy is 35.15%.