Banuni

Banuni is a village located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Banuni village. As per 2009 stats, Awanh is the gram panchayat of Banuni village.

Here you can discover what makes Banuni unique in its vibrant Bhattiyat-Chamba region. You’ll see Banuni’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 Banuni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banuni is 007541. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176313. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Banuni village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Banuni 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 Bhattiyat 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 Banuni

According to the 2011 Census, Banuni has a total population of about 248, with approximately 126 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 60. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.69%, with male literacy at about 70.63% and female literacy near 52.46%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banuni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 248 126 122
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 23 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 14 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 60 31 29
Literate Population 153 89 64
Illiterate Population 95 37 58

Connectivity of Banuni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banuni. As per the 2011 stats, Banuni 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 Banuni

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banuni

Where is Banuni located?
Banuni village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Banuni is Awanh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banuni?
The pincode of Banuni is 176313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banuni is 248, with 126 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Banuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banuni village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banuni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banuni is 61.69%. The male literacy rate is 70.63%, while the female literacy rate is 52.46%.