Bani - Rania, Sirsa
Bani is a village situated in the Rania tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rania and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sirsa. Bani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bani is 060801. The village covers a total geographical area of 4402 hectares and falls under the 125075 pincode. Rania is the nearest town.
Bani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bani
According to the 2011 Census, Bani village had a total population of 9,869 people, including 5,157 males and 4,712 females, living in 1,824 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 70.74% and female literacy at 56.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,795.
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 | 9,869 | 5,157 | 4,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,213 | 629 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,795 | 1,957 | 1,838 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,530 | 3,203 | 2,327 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,339 | 1,954 | 2,385 |
Nearby Villages of Bani
Bani 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 Bani
Bani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Bani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bani
Where is Bani located?
Bani village is located in Rania Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bani?
Bani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bani?
The pincode of Bani is 125075.
What is the population of Bani?
Bani had a total population of 9,869, including 5,157 males and 4,712 females.
How many households are there in Bani?
Bani had 1,824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bani was 63.89%. Male literacy was 70.74% and female literacy was 56.37%.