Baniun

Baniun is a village located in Mylliem subdivision of East Khasi Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mylliem (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Shillong.

Baniun has its own place in the vibrant East Khasi Hills 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 Baniun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baniun is 278310. Mylliem is nearest town to Baniun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Baniun

Below is a concise population overview of Baniun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,310 657 653
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 250 134 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,308 655 653
Literate Population 955 467 488
Illiterate Population 355 190 165

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baniun village:

  • The total population of Baniun village is around 1,310, including approximately 657 males and 653 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Baniun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baniun village has 1,308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baniun village is about 72.90%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 74.73%.
  • There are around 261 households in Baniun village.

Connectivity of Baniun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baniun. As per the 2011 stats, Baniun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Baniun

Knowing the nearby villages of Baniun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baniun.

Laitkor Mawri Laitkor Rngi Laitkor Nongdaneng Lyngkien Shyiap Mawnianglah Pomlum Sadew Ritmawniew Nongrimsadew Laitjem Mawkriah East

Frequently Asked Questions about Baniun

Where is Baniun located?
Baniun village is situated in Mylliem Subdivision, within the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Baniun?
The pincode of Baniun is 793009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baniun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniun is 1,310, with 657 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Baniun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baniun village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baniun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniun is 72.90%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 74.73%.