Byas - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Byas is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bias serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byas is 023297. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.02 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Byas 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 Byas
As per Census 2011, Byas village has a total population of 1,006 people, consisting of 520 males and 486 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 653 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Byas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 520 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 377 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 143 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Byas
Byas 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 Byas
Byas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Byas is about 38 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 Byas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Byas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Byas
Where is Byas located?
Byas village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byas?
The Gram Panchayat of Byas is Bias.
What is the pincode of Byas?
The pincode of Byas is 173021.
What is the population of Byas?
Byas has a total population of 1,006, including 520 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Byas?
There are 204 households in Byas.
What is the literacy rate in Byas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byas is 64.91%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 56.79%.