Band - Palampur, Kangra
Band is a village situated in the Palampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Padhiarkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Band village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Band is 011880. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.85 hectares and falls under the 176061 pincode. Palampur 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 Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Band
As per Census 2011, Band village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 179 males and 160 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Band are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 179 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 148 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 31 | 56 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Band is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Band
Where is Band located?
Band village is located in Palampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Band?
The Gram Panchayat of Band is Padhiarkhar.
What is the pincode of Band?
The pincode of Band is 176061.
What is the population of Band?
Band has a total population of 339, including 179 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Band?
There are 84 households in Band.
What is the literacy rate in Band?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Band is 74.34%. Male literacy is 82.68% and female literacy is 65.00%.