Banga

Banga is a village located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Banga village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Banga unique in its vibrant Kalavad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Banga’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 Banga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banga is 513782. The village spans a total geographical area of 1826.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361013. Kalavad is nearest town to Banga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banga 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 Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar 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 Banga

According to the 2011 Census, Banga has a total population of about 1,245, with approximately 613 males and 632 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.45%, with male literacy at about 72.59% and female literacy near 54.59%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,245 613 632
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 63 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 35 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 790 445 345
Illiterate Population 455 168 287

Connectivity of Banga

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

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

Nearby Villages of Banga

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banga

Where is Banga located?
Banga village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banga?
Banga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Banga?
The pincode of Banga is 361013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banga is 1,245, with 613 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Banga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banga village has a total of 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banga is 63.45%. The male literacy rate is 72.59%, while the female literacy rate is 54.59%.