Kasba Banikhet

Kasba Banikhet is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Dalhousie. Dalhousie is the sub-district headquarter of Kasba Banikhet village. As per 2009 stats, Banikhet is the gram panchayat of Kasba Banikhet village.

Kasba Banikhet has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kasba Banikhet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kasba Banikhet is 007411. The village spans a total geographical area of 2.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie(cb) is nearest town to Kasba Banikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kasba Banikhet 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 Kasba Banikhet

Below is a concise population overview of Kasba Banikhet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 398 200 198
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 13 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 32 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 339 179 160
Illiterate Population 59 21 38

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kasba Banikhet village:

  • The total population of Kasba Banikhet village is around 398, including approximately 200 males and 198 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Kasba Banikhet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kasba Banikhet village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kasba Banikhet village is about 85.18%, with male literacy at 89.50% and female literacy at 80.81%.
  • There are around 92 households in Kasba Banikhet village.

Connectivity of Kasba Banikhet

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kasba Banikhet. As per the 2011 stats, Kasba Banikhet 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kasba Banikhet

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

Kurla Bharara Betina Lahar Bareru Surkhigala Jangal Pukhri Banikhet Jarei Tahu Dhar Jangal Banikhet Jangal Banni

Frequently Asked Questions about Kasba Banikhet

Where is Kasba Banikhet located?
Kasba Banikhet village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasba Banikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasba Banikhet is Banikhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kasba Banikhet?
The pincode of Kasba Banikhet is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kasba Banikhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kasba Banikhet is 398, with 200 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Kasba Banikhet as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kasba Banikhet village has a total of 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasba Banikhet as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kasba Banikhet is 85.18%. The male literacy rate is 89.50%, while the female literacy rate is 80.81%.