Banahar

Banahar is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 110km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Banahar village. As per 2009 stats, Banahar village is also a gram panchayat.

Banahar has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banahar is 023815. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Banahar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Banahar

Below is a concise population overview of Banahar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 458 228 230
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 23 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 32 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 345 189 156
Illiterate Population 113 39 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banahar village:

  • The total population of Banahar village is around 458, including approximately 228 males and 230 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Banahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banahar village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banahar village is about 75.33%, with male literacy at 82.89% and female literacy at 67.83%.
  • There are around 101 households in Banahar village.

Connectivity of Banahar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banahar. As per the 2011 stats, Banahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banahar

Knowing the nearby villages of Banahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banahar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Banahar

Where is Banahar located?
Banahar village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banahar?
Banahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Banahar?
The pincode of Banahar is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banahar is 458, with 228 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Banahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banahar village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banahar is 75.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.89%, while the female literacy rate is 67.83%.