Banua

Banua is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Sangbaria is the gram panchayat of Banua village.

Banua has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banua is 347644. The village spans a total geographical area of 419 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822133. Meral is nearest town to Banua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Banua

Below is a concise population overview of Banua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 672 354 318
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 56 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 205 112 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 456 235 221
Literate Population 338 218 120
Illiterate Population 334 136 198

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banua village:

  • The total population of Banua village is around 672, including approximately 354 males and 318 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Banua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banua village has 205 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 456 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banua village is about 50.30%, with male literacy at 61.58% and female literacy at 37.74%.
  • There are around 126 households in Banua village.

Connectivity of Banua

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Banua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banua

Where is Banua located?
Banua village is situated in Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banua?
The Gram Panchayat of Banua is Sangbaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banua?
The pincode of Banua is 822133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banua is 672, with 354 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Banua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banua village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banua is 50.30%. The male literacy rate is 61.58%, while the female literacy rate is 37.74%.