Banhati - Saraiyahat, Dumka
Banhati is a village situated in the Saraiyahat subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraiyahat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Dhanwe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banhati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banhati is 369536. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.2 hectares and falls under the 814145 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town.
Banhati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banhati
As per Census 2011, Banhati village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 275 males and 295 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banhati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 275 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 40 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 149 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 128 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 147 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Banhati
Banhati 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 Banhati
Banhati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Banhati has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Banhati 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 Banhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banhati 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banhati
Where is Banhati located?
Banhati village is located in Saraiyahat Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Banhati is Dhanwe.
What is the pincode of Banhati?
The pincode of Banhati is 814145.
What is the population of Banhati?
Banhati has a total population of 570, including 275 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Banhati?
There are 110 households in Banhati.
What is the literacy rate in Banhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banhati is 35.26%. Male literacy is 46.55% and female literacy is 24.75%.