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
According to the 2011 Census, Binou village had a total population of 117 people, including 57 males and 60 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.33%, with male literacy at 58.49% and female literacy at 48.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 117, including 57 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Binou?
Binou had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binou was 53.33%. Male literacy was 58.49% and female literacy was 48.08%.