Banjari - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Banjari is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Banjari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjari is 477068. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.8 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Banjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banjari
According to the 2011 Census, Banjari village had a total population of 551 people, including 285 males and 266 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 59.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 395, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 551 | 285 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 201 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 215 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 70 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Banjari
Banjari 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 Banjari
Banjari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Banjari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Banjari is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjari 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 Banjari
Where is Banjari located?
Banjari village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banjari?
Banjari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banjari?
The pincode of Banjari is 451221.
What is the population of Banjari?
Banjari had a total population of 551, including 285 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Banjari?
Banjari had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjari was 72.50%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 59.38%.