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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Banoula village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 184 males and 194 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banoula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 184 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 52 | 68 |
| 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 has a total population of 378, including 184 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Banoula?
There are 77 households in Banoula.
What is the literacy rate in Banoula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banoula is 73.54%. Male literacy is 77.17% and female literacy is 70.10%.