Banjari Dipa - Pithora, Mahasamund
Banjari Dipa is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Deori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjari Dipa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjari Dipa is 446470. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.71 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Banjari Dipa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjari Dipa
According to the 2011 Census, Banjari Dipa village had a total population of 206 people, including 108 males and 98 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 80.22% and female literacy at 54.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 206 | 108 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 73 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 35 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Banjari Dipa
Banjari Dipa 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 Dipa
Banjari Dipa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Banjari Dipa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Banjari Dipa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Banjari Dipa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjari Dipa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjari Dipa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjari Dipa
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 Dipa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banjari Dipa
Where is Banjari Dipa located?
Banjari Dipa village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjari Dipa?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjari Dipa is Deori.
What is the pincode of Banjari Dipa?
The pincode of Banjari Dipa is 493554.
What is the population of Banjari Dipa?
Banjari Dipa had a total population of 206, including 108 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Banjari Dipa?
Banjari Dipa had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjari Dipa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjari Dipa was 67.80%. Male literacy was 80.22% and female literacy was 54.65%.