Banyana - Theog, Shimla
Banyana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkar Kyartu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banyana is 024922. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.87 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Banyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banyana
According to the 2011 Census, Banyana village had a total population of 400 people, including 208 males and 192 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 77.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 174 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Banyana
Banyana 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 Banyana
Banyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Banyana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banyana
Where is Banyana located?
Banyana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Banyana is Tikkar Kyartu.
What is the pincode of Banyana?
The pincode of Banyana is 171201.
What is the population of Banyana?
Banyana had a total population of 400, including 208 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Banyana?
Banyana had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banyana was 87.39%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 77.51%.