Bani

Bani is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 88km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Bani village. As per 2009 stats, Banni is the gram panchayat of Bani village.

Here you can discover what makes Bani unique in its vibrant Rakkar-Kangra region. You’ll see Bani’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 Bani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bani is 010717. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177108. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Bani village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bani

According to the 2011 Census, Bani has a total population of about 237, with approximately 109 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 1174 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.22%, with male literacy at about 82.57% and female literacy near 72.66%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 237 109 128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 18 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 1 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 183 90 93
Illiterate Population 54 19 35

Connectivity of Bani

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bani

Where is Bani located?
Bani village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bani is Banni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bani?
The pincode of Bani is 177108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bani is 237, with 109 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Bani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bani village has a total of 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bani is 77.22%. The male literacy rate is 82.57%, while the female literacy rate is 72.66%.