Banhera Khas - Deoband, Saharanpur
Banhera Khas is a village situated in the Deoband tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoband and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Banhera Khas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banhera Khas is 110143. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.2 hectares and falls under the 247554 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Banhera Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur maniharan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saharanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banhera Khas
As per Census 2011, Banhera Khas village has a total population of 8,107 people, consisting of 4,313 males and 3,794 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,610 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,242 literate and 3,865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,174 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banhera Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,107 | 4,313 | 3,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,610 | 902 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,174 | 625 | 549 |
| Literate Population | 4,242 | 2,576 | 1,666 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,865 | 1,737 | 2,128 |
Nearby Villages of Banhera Khas
Banhera Khas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Alipura | North | 1.52 km |
| Majri | South | 1.69 km |
| Niyamatpur | East | 1.69 km |
| Salooni | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Rajupur Urf Rampur | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Salhapur | South | 2.35 km |
| Faridpur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Dharampur Gujjar | West | 2.39 km |
| Manjhaul Jabardastpur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Rastam | West | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banhera Khas
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banhera Khas. The nearest railway station is Talheri Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Banhera Khas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Banhera Khas is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banhera Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banhera Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Banhera Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banhera Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banhera Khas
Where is Banhera Khas located?
Banhera Khas village is located in Deoband Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banhera Khas?
Banhera Khas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banhera Khas?
The pincode of Banhera Khas is 247554.
What is the population of Banhera Khas?
Banhera Khas has a total population of 8,107, including 4,313 males and 3,794 females.
How many households are there in Banhera Khas?
There are 1,218 households in Banhera Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Banhera Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banhera Khas is 52.33%. Male literacy is 59.73% and female literacy is 43.91%.