Banhat
About Banhat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banhat village is 311092. Banhat village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Banhat village. As per 2009 stats, Bolla is the gram panchayat of Banhat village.
The total geographical area of village is 183.61 hectares. Banhat has a total population of 885 peoples, out of which male population is 438 while female population is 447. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1020 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banhat village is 53.22% out of which 59.13% males and 47.43% females are literate. There are about 206 houses in banhat village. Pincode of banhat village locality is 733154.
When it comes to administration, Banhat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banhat village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to banhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Banhat
The population details of Banhat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 438 | 447 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 338 | 174 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 399 | 188 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 259 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 179 | 235 |
Connectivity of Banhat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banhat
Where is Banhat located?
Banhat village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Banhat is Bolla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banhat?
The pincode of Banhat is 733154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banhat is 885, with 438 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Banhat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banhat village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banhat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banhat is 53.22%. The male literacy rate is 59.13%, while the female literacy rate is 47.43%.