Bana - Garhwa
Bana is a village situated in the Garhwa subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Garhwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Pipra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bana is 347723. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Bana
Bana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundakati | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Tengrani | South | 1.40 km |
| Khair Kocha | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Tipangtanr | North | 1.57 km |
| Gohira | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Chhota Khiri | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Sangajota | North | 2.37 km |
| Jharidih | North | 2.37 km |
| Kolabaria | West | 2.44 km |
| Jota | North | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bana
Bana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Birbans, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhwa to Bana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bana
Where is Bana located?
Bana village is located in Garhwa Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bana is Pipra.
What is the pincode of Bana?
The pincode of Bana is 822133.