Banuri Khas

Banuri Khas is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Banuri Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Banori Khas is the gram panchayat of Banuri Khas village.

Here you can discover what makes Banuri Khas unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Banuri Khas’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 Banuri Khas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banuri Khas is 011834. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176103. Palampur is nearest town to Banuri Khas village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Banuri Khas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Banuri Khas

According to the 2011 Census, Banuri Khas has a total population of about 1,138, with approximately 581 males and 557 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 558 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 81. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.45%, with male literacy at about 81.24% and female literacy near 71.45%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banuri Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,138 581 557
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 128 67 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 558 288 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 81 34 47
Literate Population 870 472 398
Illiterate Population 268 109 159

Connectivity of Banuri Khas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banuri Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Banuri Khas 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 Banuri Khas

Knowing the nearby villages of Banuri Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banuri Khas.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banuri Khas

Where is Banuri Khas located?
Banuri Khas village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banuri Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Banuri Khas is Banori Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banuri Khas?
The pincode of Banuri Khas is 176103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banuri Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banuri Khas is 1,138, with 581 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Banuri Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banuri Khas village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banuri Khas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banuri Khas is 76.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.24%, while the female literacy rate is 71.45%.