Banai

Banai is a village located in Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tamnar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Banai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Banai unique in its vibrant Tamnar-Raigarh region. You’ll see Banai’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 Banai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banai is 434758. The village spans a total geographical area of 954 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496111. Gharghoda is nearest town to Banai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banai 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 Banai

According to the 2011 Census, Banai has a total population of about 1,315, with approximately 651 males and 664 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,032. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.73%, with male literacy at about 59.14% and female literacy near 40.51%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,315 651 664
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 108 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 131 64 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,032 510 522
Literate Population 654 385 269
Illiterate Population 661 266 395

Connectivity of Banai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banai. As per the 2011 stats, Banai 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 Banai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banai

Where is Banai located?

Banai village is situated in Tamnar Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Banai?

Banai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Banai?

The pincode of Banai is 496111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Banai as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banai is 1,315, with 651 males and 664 females.

How many households are there in Banai as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Banai village has a total of 323 households.

What is the literacy rate in Banai as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banai is 49.73%. The male literacy rate is 59.14%, while the female literacy rate is 40.51%.