Banji - Taljhari, Sahebganj
Banji is a village situated in the Taljhari subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Taljhari and around 16 km from Sahibganj. Moti Jharna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banji is 358837. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.59 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode.
Banji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Banji
Banji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuti | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Banjhi | West | 0.90 km |
| Kaldi Bita | South | 1.06 km |
| Saura | East | 1.19 km |
| Darkala | North | 1.25 km |
| Bardanda | West | 1.72 km |
| Diari | North | 1.90 km |
| Chamdi Bedo | South | 2.06 km |
| Phuljhari | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Mande | North-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banji
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banji. The nearest railway station is Moharajpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibganj to Banji is about 16 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 Banji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banji
Where is Banji located?
Banji village is located in Taljhari Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banji?
The Gram Panchayat of Banji is Moti Jharna.
What is the pincode of Banji?
The pincode of Banji is 816129.