Banewal - Theog, Shimla
Banewal is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Basa Theog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banewal is 025093. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.9 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Banewal 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 Banewal
According to the 2011 Census, Banewal village had a total population of 40 people, including 24 males and 16 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Banewal
Banewal 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 Banewal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Banewal.
| 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 Banewal is about 36 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 Banewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banewal
Where is Banewal located?
Banewal village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Banewal is Basa Theog.
What is the pincode of Banewal?
The pincode of Banewal is 171201.
What is the population of Banewal?
Banewal had a total population of 40, including 24 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Banewal?
Banewal had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banewal was 89.47%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 80.00%.