Baniyana
Baniyana is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 138km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Baniyana village is also a gram panchayat.
Baniyana has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun 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 Baniyana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baniyana is 044626. The village spans a total geographical area of 533.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Baniyana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Baniyana
Below is a concise population overview of Baniyana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 317 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 123 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 194 | 211 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baniyana village:
- The total population of Baniyana village is around 610, including approximately 317 males and 293 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Baniyana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baniyana village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 214 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baniyana village is about 33.61%, with male literacy at 38.80% and female literacy at 27.99%.
- There are around 82 households in Baniyana village.
Connectivity of Baniyana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baniyana. As per the 2011 stats, Baniyana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baniyana
Knowing the nearby villages of Baniyana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baniyana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baniyana
- Where is Baniyana located?
- Baniyana village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baniyana?
- Baniyana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Baniyana?
- The pincode of Baniyana is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baniyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniyana is 610, with 317 males and 293 females.
- How many households are there in Baniyana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baniyana village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baniyana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniyana is 33.61%. The male literacy rate is 38.80%, while the female literacy rate is 27.99%.