Banda - Mohanpur, Gaya
Banda is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Ambatari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banda is 257262. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 824232 pincode. Bodhgaya is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Banda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banda
As per Census 2011, Banda village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 950 males and 870 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 928 illiterate residents. Additionally, 894 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 950 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 171 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 894 | 464 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 589 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 361 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Banda
Banda 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 Banda
Public transport in the Banda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bodhgaya to Banda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Banda is about 45 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 Banda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banda 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 Banda
Where is Banda located?
Banda village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banda is Ambatari.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 824232.
What is the population of Banda?
Banda has a total population of 1,820, including 950 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Banda?
There are 267 households in Banda.
What is the literacy rate in Banda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banda is 49.01%. Male literacy is 62.00% and female literacy is 34.83%.