Binau - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Binau is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 92 km from Dhanaulti and around 132 km from New Tehri. Binau village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binau is 044130. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.41 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Binau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binau
As per Census 2011, Binau village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 150 males and 156 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Binau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 30 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Binau
Binau 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 Binau
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Binau.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Binau is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Binau is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Binau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Binau
Where is Binau located?
Binau village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binau?
Binau is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Binau?
The pincode of Binau is 249186.
What is the population of Binau?
Binau has a total population of 306, including 150 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Binau?
There are 33 households in Binau.
What is the literacy rate in Binau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binau is 70.26%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 60.90%.