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
According to the 2011 Census, Binau village had a total population of 306 people, including 150 males and 156 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.38%, with male literacy at 94.49% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 306 | 150 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 306, including 150 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Binau?
Binau had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binau was 82.38%. Male literacy was 94.49% and female literacy was 70.90%.