Banor - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Banor is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Banor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banor is 023370. The village covers a total geographical area of 589 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Banor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banor
According to the 2011 Census, Banor village had a total population of 1,025 people, including 536 males and 489 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.98%, with male literacy at 74.59% and female literacy at 52.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.
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 | 1,025 | 536 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 134 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 361 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 175 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Banor
Banor 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 Banor
Public transport in the Banor is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nahan to Banor is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banor
Where is Banor located?
Banor village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banor?
Banor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banor?
The pincode of Banor is 173025.
What is the population of Banor?
Banor had a total population of 1,025, including 536 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Banor?
Banor had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banor was 63.98%. Male literacy was 74.59% and female literacy was 52.18%.