Banot - Kotgarh, Shimla
Banot is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Shimla. Shamathla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banot is 023912. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Banot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banot
According to the 2011 Census, Banot village had a total population of 108 people, including 53 males and 55 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 97.87% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Banot
Banot 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 Banot
Banot 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 Banot is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banot
Where is Banot located?
Banot village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banot?
The Gram Panchayat of Banot is Shamathla.
What is the pincode of Banot?
The pincode of Banot is 172030.
What is the population of Banot?
Banot had a total population of 108, including 53 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Banot?
Banot had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banot was 88.89%. Male literacy was 97.87% and female literacy was 80.77%.