Banni - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Banni is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Telaundha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banni is 240189. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Banni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banni
According to the 2011 Census, Banni village had a total population of 154 people, including 74 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.11%, with male literacy at 60.61% and female literacy at 42.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 34 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Banni
Banni 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 Banni
Banni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Banni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Banni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Banni is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banni
Where is Banni located?
Banni village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banni?
The Gram Panchayat of Banni is Telaundha.
What is the pincode of Banni?
The pincode of Banni is 813204.
What is the population of Banni?
Banni had a total population of 154, including 74 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Banni?
Banni had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banni was 51.11%. Male literacy was 60.61% and female literacy was 42.03%.