Banwala
About Banwala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banwala village is 009536. Banwala village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Banwala village. As per 2009 stats, Chetru is the gram panchayat of Banwala village.
The total geographical area of village is 25.19 hectares. Banwala has a total population of 438 peoples, out of which male population is 230 while female population is 208. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 904 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banwala village is 84.93% out of which 86.52% males and 83.17% females are literate. There are about 92 houses in banwala village. Pincode of banwala village locality is 176215.
When it comes to administration, Banwala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banwala village comes under Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to banwala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Banwala
The population details of Banwala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 438 | 230 | 208 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 372 | 199 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Connectivity of Banwala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banwala
Where is Banwala located?
Banwala village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Banwala is Chetru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banwala?
The pincode of Banwala is 176215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banwala is 438, with 230 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Banwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banwala village has a total of 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banwala is 84.93%. The male literacy rate is 86.52%, while the female literacy rate is 83.17%.