Banoia
Banoia is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Sonarthawa is the gram panchayat of Banoia village.
Banoia has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Banoia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banoia is 004306. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182201. Thathri is nearest town to Banoia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banoia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banoia
Population of Banoia
Below is a concise population overview of Banoia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 530 | 271 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 291 | 196 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 75 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banoia village:
- The total population of Banoia village is around 530, including approximately 271 males and 259 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Banoia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Banoia village is about 54.91%, with male literacy at 72.32% and female literacy at 36.68%.
- There are around 98 households in Banoia village.
Connectivity of Banoia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banoia. As per the 2011 stats, Banoia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banoia
Knowing the nearby villages of Banoia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banoia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banoia
- Where is Banoia located?
- Banoia village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banoia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banoia is Sonarthawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banoia?
- The pincode of Banoia is 182201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banoia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banoia is 530, with 271 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Banoia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banoia village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banoia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banoia is 54.91%. The male literacy rate is 72.32%, while the female literacy rate is 36.68%.