Banodha - Meherma, Godda
Banodha is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. Meharma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banodha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banodha is 355640. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Banodha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banodha
As per Census 2011, Banodha village has a total population of 1,419 people, consisting of 756 males and 663 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 736 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banodha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,419 | 756 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 178 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 736 | 382 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 379 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 377 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Banodha
Banodha 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 Banodha
Banodha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Banodha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibganj to Banodha is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banodha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banodha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banodha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banodha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banodha
Where is Banodha located?
Banodha village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banodha?
The Gram Panchayat of Banodha is Meharma.
What is the pincode of Banodha?
The pincode of Banodha is 814160.
What is the population of Banodha?
Banodha has a total population of 1,419, including 756 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Banodha?
There are 269 households in Banodha.
What is the literacy rate in Banodha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banodha is 41.37%. Male literacy is 50.13% and female literacy is 31.37%.