R.F. Banikhet - Dalhousie, Chamba
R.F. Banikhet is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Banikhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for R.F. Banikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R.F. Banikhet is 007416. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.89 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie(cb) is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
R.F. Banikhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of R.F. Banikhet
As per Census 2011, R.F. Banikhet village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 173 males and 133 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 768 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for R.F. Banikhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 173 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 144 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of R.F. Banikhet
R.F. Banikhet 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 R.F. Banikhet
Public transport in the R.F. Banikhet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie(cb) to R.F. Banikhet is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to R.F. Banikhet is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in R.F. Banikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R.F. Banikhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in R.F. Banikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving R.F. Banikhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about R.F. Banikhet
Where is R.F. Banikhet located?
R.F. Banikhet village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R.F. Banikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of R.F. Banikhet is Banikhet.
What is the pincode of R.F. Banikhet?
The pincode of R.F. Banikhet is 176303.
What is the population of R.F. Banikhet?
R.F. Banikhet has a total population of 306, including 173 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in R.F. Banikhet?
There are 101 households in R.F. Banikhet.
What is the literacy rate in R.F. Banikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R.F. Banikhet is 77.78%. Male literacy is 83.24% and female literacy is 70.68%.