Banigaon
Banigaon is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Banigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Banigaon has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh 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 Banigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banigaon is 049382. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262541. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Banigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Banigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Banigaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 134 | 64 | 70 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 106 | 57 | 49 |
Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banigaon village:
- The total population of Banigaon village is around 134, including approximately 64 males and 70 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Banigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banigaon village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Banigaon village is about 79.10%, with male literacy at 89.06% and female literacy at 70.00%.
- There are around 36 households in Banigaon village.
Connectivity of Banigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Banigaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Banigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banigaon
- Where is Banigaon located?
- Banigaon village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banigaon?
- Banigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Banigaon?
- The pincode of Banigaon is 262541, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banigaon is 134, with 64 males and 70 females.
- How many households are there in Banigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banigaon village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banigaon is 79.10%. The male literacy rate is 89.06%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.