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.
Here you can discover what makes Kasba Banikhet unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Kasba Banikhet’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 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.
Google Map of Kasba Banikhet
Population of Kasba Banikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Kasba Banikhet has a total population of about 398, with approximately 200 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.18%, with male literacy at about 89.50% and female literacy near 80.81%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kasba Banikhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.