Ban Banjar - Alampur, Kangra
Ban Banjar is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Dharmsala. Paplah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Banjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Banjar is 011305. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.3 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Ban Banjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban Banjar
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Banjar village had a total population of 48 people, including 23 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 91.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Banjar
Ban Banjar 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 Ban Banjar
Ban Banjar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Ban Banjar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban Banjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Banjar 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 Ban Banjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban Banjar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ban Banjar
Where is Ban Banjar located?
Ban Banjar village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ban Banjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Banjar is Paplah.
What is the pincode of Ban Banjar?
The pincode of Ban Banjar is 176097.
What is the population of Ban Banjar?
Ban Banjar had a total population of 48, including 23 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Ban Banjar?
Ban Banjar had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Banjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Banjar was 88.89%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 91.30%.