Banjal
Banjal is a village located in Bani tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Bani (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Banjal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Banjal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banjal is 001786. The village spans a total geographical area of 966 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184206. Bani is nearest town to Banjal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Banjal
Population of Banjal
Below is a concise population overview of Banjal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 643 | 334 | 309 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
Literate Population | 227 | 157 | 70 |
Illiterate Population | 416 | 177 | 239 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banjal village:
- The total population of Banjal village is around 643, including approximately 334 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Banjal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banjal village has 251 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Banjal village is about 35.30%, with male literacy at 47.01% and female literacy at 22.65%.
- There are around 106 households in Banjal village.
Connectivity of Banjal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banjal. As per the 2011 stats, Banjal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Banjal
Knowing the nearby villages of Banjal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banjal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banjal
- Where is Banjal located?
- Banjal village is situated in Bani Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Banjal?
- The pincode of Banjal is 184206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banjal is 643, with 334 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Banjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banjal village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banjal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banjal is 35.30%. The male literacy rate is 47.01%, while the female literacy rate is 22.65%.