Binjon
Binjon is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Binjon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Binjon unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Binjon’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 Binjon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Binjon is 031900. The village spans a total geographical area of 716 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144520. Garhshankar is nearest town to Binjon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Binjon
Population of Binjon
According to the 2011 Census, Binjon has a total population of about 3,464, with approximately 1,712 males and 1,752 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 411 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.82%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 68.72%. There are around 818 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Binjon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,464 | 1,712 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 411 | 228 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,127 | 575 | 552 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,488 | 1,284 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 428 | 548 |
Connectivity of Binjon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Binjon. As per the 2011 stats, Binjon 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Binjon
Knowing the nearby villages of Binjon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Binjon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Binjon
- Where is Binjon located?
- Binjon village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Binjon?
- Binjon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Binjon?
- The pincode of Binjon is 144520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Binjon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Binjon is 3,464, with 1,712 males and 1,752 females.
- How many households are there in Binjon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Binjon village has a total of 818 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Binjon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Binjon is 71.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 68.72%.