Ban - Nurpur, Kangra
Ban is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nagni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban is 008596. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.38 hectares and falls under the 176200 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Ban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban
According to the 2011 Census, Ban village had a total population of 529 people, including 266 males and 263 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.09%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 81.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 529 | 266 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 202 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 64 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Ban
Ban 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
Ban 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 is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ban
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ban
Where is Ban located?
Ban village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban is Nagni.
What is the pincode of Ban?
The pincode of Ban is 176200.
What is the population of Ban?
Ban had a total population of 529, including 266 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Ban?
Ban had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban was 86.09%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 81.39%.