Banjari - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Banjari village had a total population of 1,426 people, including 726 males and 700 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.48%, with male literacy at 65.25% and female literacy at 41.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,014.
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 | 1,426 | 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 had a total population of 1,426, including 726 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Banjari?
Banjari had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjari was 53.48%. Male literacy was 65.25% and female literacy was 41.14%.