Binchar - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Binchar is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Shillon Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binchar is 024811. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.4 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Binchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binchar
According to the 2011 Census, Binchar village had a total population of 78 people, including 43 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.86%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Binchar
Binchar 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 Binchar
Binchar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Binchar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binchar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Binchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binchar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Binchar
Where is Binchar located?
Binchar village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Binchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Binchar is Shillon Bag.
What is the pincode of Binchar?
The pincode of Binchar is 171001.
What is the population of Binchar?
Binchar had a total population of 78, including 43 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Binchar?
Binchar had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binchar was 89.86%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 81.82%.