Banah
About Banah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banah village is 025623. Banah village is located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 204km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Banah village. As per 2009 stats, Kanda Banah Bp is the gram panchayat of Banah village.
The total geographical area of village is 301.23 hectares. Banah has a total population of 932 peoples, out of which male population is 475 while female population is 457. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banah village is 75.97% out of which 78.32% males and 73.52% females are literate. There are about 163 houses in banah village. Pincode of banah village locality is 171217.
When it comes to administration, Banah village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banah village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to banah village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Banah
The population details of Banah cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 475 | 457 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 490 | 255 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 708 | 372 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 103 | 121 |
Connectivity of Banah
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banah
Where is Banah located?
Banah village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banah?
The Gram Panchayat of Banah is Kanda Banah Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banah?
The pincode of Banah is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banah is 932, with 475 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Banah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banah village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banah is 75.97%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 73.52%.