Banon - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Banon is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Balh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banon is 013272. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.44 hectares and falls under the 175014 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Banon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banon
As per Census 2011, Banon village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 273 males and 261 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 273 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 233 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Banon
Banon 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 Banon
Banon 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 Banon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mandi to Banon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banon 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 Banon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banon
Where is Banon located?
Banon village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banon?
The Gram Panchayat of Banon is Balh.
What is the pincode of Banon?
The pincode of Banon is 175014.
What is the population of Banon?
Banon has a total population of 534, including 273 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Banon?
There are 109 households in Banon.
What is the literacy rate in Banon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banon is 80.90%. Male literacy is 85.35% and female literacy is 76.25%.