Banda - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Banda is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Vanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banda is 456250. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.69 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banda
As per Census 2011, Banda village has a total population of 1,465 people, consisting of 774 males and 691 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 411 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 774 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 216 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 475 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 299 | 433 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Banda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Banda is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >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 Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banda is Vanda.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 473995.
What is the population of Banda?
Banda has a total population of 1,465, including 774 males and 691 females.
How many households are there in Banda?
There are 269 households in Banda.
What is the literacy rate in Banda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banda is 50.03%. Male literacy is 61.37% and female literacy is 37.34%.