Banda

Banda is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Banda village. As per 2009 stats, Rakkar is the gram panchayat of Banda village.

Banda has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banda is 010755. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177043. Nadaun is nearest town to Banda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Banda

Below is a concise population overview of Banda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 900 455 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 107 62 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 303 165 138
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 738 381 357
Illiterate Population 162 74 88

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banda village:

  • The total population of Banda village is around 900, including approximately 455 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Banda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banda village has 303 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banda village is about 82.00%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 80.22%.
  • There are around 211 households in Banda village.

Connectivity of Banda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banda. As per the 2011 stats, Banda 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banda

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Banda

Where is Banda located?
Banda village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banda is Rakkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 177043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banda is 900, with 455 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Banda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banda village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banda is 82.00%. The male literacy rate is 83.74%, while the female literacy rate is 80.22%.