Banaun - Makridi, Mandi
Banaun is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 89 km from Mandi. Drubble serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaun is 013348. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.1 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Banaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banaun
According to the 2011 Census, Banaun village had a total population of 155 people, including 72 males and 83 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.06%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 74.67%.
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 | 155 | 72 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 12 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Banaun
Banaun 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 Banaun
Banaun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Banaun is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banaun
Where is Banaun located?
Banaun village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Banaun is Drubble.
What is the pincode of Banaun?
The pincode of Banaun is 175015.
What is the population of Banaun?
Banaun had a total population of 155, including 72 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Banaun?
Banaun had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaun was 84.06%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 74.67%.