Banda - Soyatkala, Agar-Malwa
Banda is a village situated in the Soyatkala tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Susner and around 110 km from Shajapur. Lalakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banda is 472180. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.03 hectares and falls under the 465449 pincode. Susner is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Banda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banda
As per Census 2011, Banda village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 141 males and 126 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 73 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 68 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Banda
Banda 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 Banda
Banda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Susner to Banda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Banda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banda 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 Banda
Where is Banda located?
Banda village is located in Soyatkala Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banda is Lalakhedi.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 465449.
What is the population of Banda?
Banda has a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Banda?
There are 58 households in Banda.
What is the literacy rate in Banda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banda is 41.20%. Male literacy is 51.77% and female literacy is 29.37%.