Banjari Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Banjari is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Banjari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjari is 435974. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.71 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Banjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjari
As per Census 2011, Banjari village has a total population of 1,426 people, consisting of 726 males and 700 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,014 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjari are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 726 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 116 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,014 | 530 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 398 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 328 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Banjari
Banjari 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 Banjari
Banjari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Katghora to Banjari is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Banjari is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banjari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjari 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 Banjari
Where is Banjari located?
Banjari village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjari?
Banjari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banjari?
The pincode of Banjari is 495448.
What is the population of Banjari?
Banjari has a total population of 1,426, including 726 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Banjari?
There are 320 households in Banjari.
What is the literacy rate in Banjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjari is 44.67%. Male literacy is 54.82% and female literacy is 34.14%.