Buin - Churah, Chamba
Buin is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Chamba. Tissa-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buin is 006900. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Buin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buin
According to the 2011 Census, Buin village had a total population of 492 people, including 273 males and 219 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 802 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 492 | 273 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 121 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 196 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 77 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Buin
Buin 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 Buin
Buin 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 Chamba to Buin is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Buin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buin 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Buin
Where is Buin located?
Buin village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buin?
The Gram Panchayat of Buin is Tissa-i.
What is the pincode of Buin?
The pincode of Buin is 176316.
What is the population of Buin?
Buin had a total population of 492, including 273 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Buin?
Buin had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buin was 70.09%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 55.03%.