Banola
Banola is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Banola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Banola unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Banola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Banola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banola is 001192. The village spans a total geographical area of 346 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Banola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Banola
Population of Banola
According to the 2011 Census, Banola has a total population of about 2,342, with approximately 1,126 males and 1,216 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 478 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 333. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.73%, with male literacy at about 60.57% and female literacy near 41.61%. There are around 460 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,342 | 1,126 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 271 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 170 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 682 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 444 | 710 |
Connectivity of Banola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banola. As per the 2011 stats, Banola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banola
Knowing the nearby villages of Banola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banola
- Where is Banola located?
- Banola village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banola?
- Banola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Banola?
- The pincode of Banola is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banola is 2,342, with 1,126 males and 1,216 females.
- How many households are there in Banola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banola village has a total of 460 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banola is 50.73%. The male literacy rate is 60.57%, while the female literacy rate is 41.61%.