Banuna - Jalog, Shimla
Banuna is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 84 km from Shimla. Himri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banuna is 024176. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.28 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Banuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banuna
According to the 2011 Census, Banuna village had a total population of 149 people, including 76 males and 73 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.09%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 86.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Banuna
Banuna 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 Banuna
Banuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Banuna is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banuna 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 Banuna
Where is Banuna located?
Banuna village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Banuna is Himri.
What is the pincode of Banuna?
The pincode of Banuna is 171019.
What is the population of Banuna?
Banuna had a total population of 149, including 76 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Banuna?
Banuna had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banuna was 92.09%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 86.96%.