Biana
Biana is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Biana village. As per 2009 stats, Biana village is also a gram panchayat.
Biana 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 Biana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Biana is 007221. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176317. Chamba is nearest town to Biana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Biana
Below is a concise population overview of Biana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 793 | 381 | 412 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 63 | 71 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
Literate Population | 549 | 303 | 246 |
Illiterate Population | 244 | 78 | 166 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Biana village:
- The total population of Biana village is around 793, including approximately 381 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Biana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Biana village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 166 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Biana village is about 69.23%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 59.71%.
- There are around 137 households in Biana village.
Connectivity of Biana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Biana. As per the 2011 stats, Biana 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Biana
Knowing the nearby villages of Biana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Biana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Biana
- Where is Biana located?
- Biana village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Biana?
- Biana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Biana?
- The pincode of Biana is 176317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Biana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Biana is 793, with 381 males and 412 females.
- How many households are there in Biana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Biana village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Biana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Biana is 69.23%. The male literacy rate is 79.53%, while the female literacy rate is 59.71%.