Baniya - Jabera, Damoh
Baniya is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Amdar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baniya is 462599. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.01 hectares and falls under the 470663 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Baniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baniya
According to the 2011 Census, Baniya village had a total population of 451 people, including 231 males and 220 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 231 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 147 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 84 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Baniya
Baniya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surajpura | East | 2.04 km |
| Pati Mangarh | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Sagodi Kalan | West | 3.14 km |
| Sagodi Khurd | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Amdar | North | 3.44 km |
| Salaiya Badi | South | 3.73 km |
| Badera | East | 4.78 km |
| Karondi Mangarh | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Pondi Mangarh | West | 5.24 km |
| Sunwarah | South-East | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baniya
The nearest railway station is Sagoni, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jabera to Baniya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Baniya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Baniya
Where is Baniya located?
Baniya village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniya is Amdar.
What is the pincode of Baniya?
The pincode of Baniya is 470663.
What is the population of Baniya?
Baniya had a total population of 451, including 231 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Baniya?
Baniya had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baniya was 66.32%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 58.29%.