Banda - Konta, Sukma
Banda is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Konta and around 100 km from Dantewada. Banda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banda is 450411. The village covers a total geographical area of 1773.41 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Banda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banda
According to the 2011 Census, Banda village had a total population of 210 people, including 100 males and 110 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.57%, with male literacy at 10.00% and female literacy at 5.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 209.
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 | 210 | 100 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 20 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 100 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 92 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Banda
Banda 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 Banda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Banda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Banda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banda 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 Banda
Where is Banda located?
Banda village is located in Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
Banda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 494114.
What is the population of Banda?
Banda had a total population of 210, including 100 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Banda?
Banda had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banda was 7.57%. Male literacy was 10.00% and female literacy was 5.71%.