Banodara - Hadad, Banas Kantha
Banodara is a village situated in the Hadad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Danta and around 52 km from Palanpur. Navavas Kanth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banodara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banodara is 507880. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.98 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Banodara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banodara
According to the 2011 Census, Banodara village had a total population of 862 people, including 450 males and 412 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 82.96% and female literacy at 54.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 862.
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 | 862 | 450 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 450 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 297 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 153 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Banodara
Banodara 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 Banodara
Banodara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambaji to Banodara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Banodara is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banodara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banodara 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 Banodara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banodara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banodara
Where is Banodara located?
Banodara village is located in Hadad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banodara?
The Gram Panchayat of Banodara is Navavas Kanth.
What is the pincode of Banodara?
The pincode of Banodara is 385110.
What is the population of Banodara?
Banodara had a total population of 862, including 450 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Banodara?
Banodara had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banodara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banodara was 69.46%. Male literacy was 82.96% and female literacy was 54.49%.