Banoon - Holi, Chamba
Banoon is a village situated in the Holi tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Holi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banoon is 008068. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.66 hectares and falls under the 176326 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Banoon 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 Banoon
According to the 2011 Census, Banoon village had a total population of 242 people, including 118 males and 124 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.72%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 242 | 118 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 94 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 41 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Banoon
Banoon 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 Banoon
Banoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamba to Banoon is about 76 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 Banoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banoon 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 Banoon
Where is Banoon located?
Banoon village is located in Holi Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Banoon is Holi.
What is the pincode of Banoon?
The pincode of Banoon is 176326.
What is the population of Banoon?
Banoon had a total population of 242, including 118 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Banoon?
Banoon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banoon was 68.72%. Male literacy was 74.76% and female literacy was 62.96%.