Binoon - Bunjwah, Kishtwar
Binoon is a village situated in the Bunjwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 53 km from Kishtwar and around 53 km from Kishtwar. Binoon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binoon is 004725. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.2 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Binoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binoon
As per Census 2011, Binoon village has a total population of 1,536 people, consisting of 811 males and 725 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 717 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | 811 | 725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 154 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 494 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 317 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Binoon
Binoon 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 Binoon
Public transport in the Binoon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kishtwar to Binoon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Binoon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Binoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Binoon
Where is Binoon located?
Binoon village is located in Bunjwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binoon?
Binoon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Binoon?
The pincode of Binoon is 182203.
What is the population of Binoon?
Binoon has a total population of 1,536, including 811 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Binoon?
There are 268 households in Binoon.
What is the literacy rate in Binoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binoon is 46.68%. Male literacy is 60.91% and female literacy is 30.76%.