Byas
About Byas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Byas village is 023297. Byas village is located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Byas village. As per 2009 stats, Bias is the gram panchayat of Byas village.
The total geographical area of village is 173.02 hectares. Byas has a total population of 1,006 peoples, out of which male population is 520 while female population is 486. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of byas village is 64.91% out of which 72.50% males and 56.79% females are literate. There are about 204 houses in byas village. Pincode of byas village locality is 173020.
When it comes to administration, Byas village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Byas village comes under Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to byas village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Byas
The population details of Byas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 520 | 486 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 653 | 377 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 143 | 210 |
Connectivity of Byas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Byas
Where is Byas located?
Byas village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byas?
The Gram Panchayat of Byas is Bias (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Byas?
The pincode of Byas is 173020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Byas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Byas is 1,006, with 520 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Byas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Byas village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Byas is 64.91%. The male literacy rate is 72.50%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.