Banog - Holi, Chamba
Banog is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banog is 008142. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.93 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Banog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banog
According to the 2011 Census, Banog village had a total population of 109 people, including 54 males and 55 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.67%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Banog
Banog 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 Banog
Banog is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Banog is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banog
Where is Banog located?
Banog village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banog?
The Gram Panchayat of Banog is Sanh.
What is the pincode of Banog?
The pincode of Banog is 176326.
What is the population of Banog?
Banog had a total population of 109, including 54 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Banog?
Banog had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banog was 60.67%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 50.00%.