Banikhar

Banikhar is a village located in Kasdol tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Kasdol (tehsildar office) and 142km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Nageda is the gram panchayat of Banikhar village.

Banikhar has its own place in the vibrant Raipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banikhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banikhar is 444100. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Pithora is nearest town to Banikhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Banikhar

Below is a concise population overview of Banikhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 301 141 160
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 18 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 76 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 157 86 71
Illiterate Population 144 55 89

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banikhar village:

  • The total population of Banikhar village is around 301, including approximately 141 males and 160 females, with a sex ratio of 1134 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Banikhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banikhar village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banikhar village is about 52.16%, with male literacy at 60.99% and female literacy at 44.38%.
  • There are around 51 households in Banikhar village.

Connectivity of Banikhar

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

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

Kauha Junwani Magardarha Kalan Magardarhakhurd Kalmidadar Kuramajhar Chhata Nithora Nageda Nagedi Karmel Kumhari

Frequently Asked Questions about Banikhar

Where is Banikhar located?
Banikhar village is situated in Kasdol Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banikhar is Nageda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banikhar?
The pincode of Banikhar is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banikhar is 301, with 141 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Banikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banikhar village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banikhar is 52.16%. The male literacy rate is 60.99%, while the female literacy rate is 44.38%.