Band - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Band is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Dohag Dehriyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Band village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Band is 010466. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.77 hectares and falls under the 176029 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Band village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Band
According to the 2011 Census, Band village had a total population of 173 people, including 82 males and 91 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 173 | 82 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Band
Band 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 Band
Band is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Band.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Band is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Band
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Band village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Band
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Band village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Band
Where is Band located?
Band village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Band?
The Gram Panchayat of Band is Dohag Dehriyan.
What is the pincode of Band?
The pincode of Band is 176029.
What is the population of Band?
Band had a total population of 173, including 82 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Band?
Band had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Band?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Band was 89.47%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 87.50%.