Banjari - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Banjari is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kushahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjari is 503447. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.32 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Banjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjari
As per Census 2011, Banjari village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 104 males and 88 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
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 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 Singrauli to Banjari is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Banjari 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banjari
Where is Banjari located?
Banjari village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjari?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjari is Kushahi.
What is the pincode of Banjari?
The pincode of Banjari is 486882.
What is the population of Banjari?
Banjari has a total population of 192, including 104 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Banjari?
There are 27 households in Banjari.
What is the literacy rate in Banjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjari is 40.63%. Male literacy is 41.35% and female literacy is 39.77%.