Ban Bag - Theog, Shimla
Ban Bag is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Bag is 025021. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.52 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Ban Bag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Ban Bag
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Bag village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Bag
Ban Bag 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 Ban Bag
Public transport in the Ban Bag is mainly available through bus 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 Ban Bag is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Bag 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 Ban Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban Bag 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ban Bag
Where is Ban Bag located?
Ban Bag village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ban Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Bag is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Ban Bag?
The pincode of Ban Bag is 171201.
What is the population of Ban Bag?
Ban Bag had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Ban Bag?
Ban Bag had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Bag was 78.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.