Ban Khandi
Ban Khandi is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 46km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Ban Khandi village. As per 2009 stats, Ban Khandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ban Khandi unique in its vibrant Dera Gopipur-Kangra region. You’ll see Ban Khandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ban Khandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ban Khandi is 010368. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177114. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Ban Khandi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ban Khandi
Population of Ban Khandi
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Khandi has a total population of about 453, with approximately 227 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.34%, with male literacy at about 89.43% and female literacy near 75.22%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ban Khandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 227 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 373 | 203 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 24 | 56 |
Connectivity of Ban Khandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ban Khandi. As per the 2011 stats, Ban Khandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ban Khandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Ban Khandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ban Khandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ban Khandi
- Where is Ban Khandi located?
- Ban Khandi village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ban Khandi?
- Ban Khandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ban Khandi?
- The pincode of Ban Khandi is 177114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ban Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ban Khandi is 453, with 227 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Ban Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ban Khandi village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ban Khandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ban Khandi is 82.34%. The male literacy rate is 89.43%, while the female literacy rate is 75.22%.