Banoula - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Banoula is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Binaula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banoula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banoula is 019714. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Banoula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banoula
According to the 2011 Census, Banoula village had a total population of 378 people, including 184 males and 194 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.50%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 78.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120.
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 | 378 | 184 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 142 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 42 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Banoula
Banoula 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 Banoula
Banoula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bilaspur to Banoula is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banoula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banoula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banoula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banoula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Banoula
Where is Banoula located?
Banoula village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banoula?
The Gram Panchayat of Banoula is Binaula.
What is the pincode of Banoula?
The pincode of Banoula is 174001.
What is the population of Banoula?
Banoula had a total population of 378, including 184 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Banoula?
Banoula had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banoula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banoula was 84.50%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 78.16%.