Binou - Kalsi, Dehradun
Binou is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Ranigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binou is 044839. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.68 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Binou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Binou
As per Census 2011, Binou village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 57 males and 60 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binou are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 57 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Binou
Binou 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 Binou
Public transport in the Binou is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Binou is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Binou is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binou village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Binou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binou 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Binou
Where is Binou located?
Binou village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binou?
The Gram Panchayat of Binou is Ranigaon.
What is the pincode of Binou?
The pincode of Binou is 248001.
What is the population of Binou?
Binou has a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Binou?
There are 10 households in Binou.
What is the literacy rate in Binou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binou is 47.86%. Male literacy is 54.39% and female literacy is 41.67%.