Binai - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Binai is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Vinai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binai is 040177. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.26 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Binai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binai
According to the 2011 Census, Binai village had a total population of 342 people, including 176 males and 166 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.25%, with male literacy at 84.17% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 342 | 176 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 117 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 59 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Binai
Binai 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 Binai
Binai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Barkot to Binai is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Binai is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Binai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Binai
Where is Binai located?
Binai village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Binai?
The Gram Panchayat of Binai is Vinai.
What is the pincode of Binai?
The pincode of Binai is 249185.
What is the population of Binai?
Binai had a total population of 342, including 176 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Binai?
Binai had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binai was 68.25%. Male literacy was 84.17% and female literacy was 51.85%.