Banekela

Banekela is a village located in Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lailunga (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kerabahar is the gram panchayat of Banekela village.

Here you can discover what makes Banekela unique in its vibrant Lailunga-Raigarh region. You’ll see Banekela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Banekela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banekela is 434628. The village spans a total geographical area of 288.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Lailunga is nearest town to Banekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banekela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lailundra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Banekela

According to the 2011 Census, Banekela has a total population of about 607, with approximately 299 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 402. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.57%, with male literacy at about 61.87% and female literacy near 41.56%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banekela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 607 299 308
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 47 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) 77 37 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 402 200 202
Literate Population 313 185 128
Illiterate Population 294 114 180

Connectivity of Banekela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banekela. As per the 2011 stats, Banekela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banekela

Knowing the nearby villages of Banekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banekela.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banekela

Where is Banekela located?
Banekela village is situated in Lailunga Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banekela?
The Gram Panchayat of Banekela is Kerabahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banekela?
The pincode of Banekela is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banekela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banekela is 607, with 299 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Banekela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banekela village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banekela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banekela is 51.57%. The male literacy rate is 61.87%, while the female literacy rate is 41.56%.