Banetu

Banetu is a village located in Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Brangal. Brangal is the sub-district headquarter of Banetu village. As per 2009 stats, Auhra is the gram panchayat of Banetu village.

Here you can discover what makes Banetu unique in its vibrant Bhalai-Chamba region. You’ll see Banetu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Banetu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banetu is 007305. The village spans a total geographical area of 120 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176308. Dalhousie is nearest town to Banetu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banetu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Banetu

According to the 2011 Census, Banetu has a total population of about 374, with approximately 192 males and 182 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.35%, with male literacy at about 65.63% and female literacy near 44.51%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banetu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 374 192 182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 31 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 207 126 81
Illiterate Population 167 66 101

Connectivity of Banetu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banetu. As per the 2011 stats, Banetu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banetu

Knowing the nearby villages of Banetu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banetu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banetu

Where is Banetu located?
Banetu village is situated in Bhalai Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banetu?
The Gram Panchayat of Banetu is Auhra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banetu?
The pincode of Banetu is 176308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banetu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banetu is 374, with 192 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Banetu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banetu village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banetu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banetu is 55.35%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 44.51%.