Banheti - Belhar, Banka
Banheti is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dhouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banheti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banheti is 241546. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 813202 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Banheti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Banheti
According to the 2011 Census, Banheti village had a total population of 1,111 people, including 558 males and 553 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.73%, with male literacy at 31.56% and female literacy at 29.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 530.
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 | 1,111 | 558 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 108 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 275 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 416 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Banheti
Banheti 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 Banheti
Banheti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Banka to Banheti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banheti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banheti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banheti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banheti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banheti
Where is Banheti located?
Banheti village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banheti?
The Gram Panchayat of Banheti is Dhouri.
What is the pincode of Banheti?
The pincode of Banheti is 813202.
What is the population of Banheti?
Banheti had a total population of 1,111, including 558 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Banheti?
Banheti had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banheti was 30.73%. Male literacy was 31.56% and female literacy was 29.86%.