Ban Sadwan - Pragpur, Kangra
Ban Sadwan is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Banni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Sadwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Sadwan is 010722. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.46 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Ban Sadwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban Sadwan
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Sadwan village had a total population of 64 people, including 37 males and 27 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 730 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.63%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 92.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Sadwan
Ban Sadwan 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 Sadwan
Ban Sadwan 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 Sadwan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban Sadwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Sadwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ban Sadwan
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 Sadwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ban Sadwan
Where is Ban Sadwan located?
Ban Sadwan village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban Sadwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Sadwan is Banni.
What is the pincode of Ban Sadwan?
The pincode of Ban Sadwan is 177108.
What is the population of Ban Sadwan?
Ban Sadwan had a total population of 64, including 37 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Ban Sadwan?
Ban Sadwan had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Sadwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Sadwan was 90.63%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 92.59%.