Banathar
Banathar is a village located in Gondiya tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Gondiya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Banathar village is also a gram panchayat.
Banathar has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Banathar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banathar is 537791. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.2 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Banathar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banathar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gondiya Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banathar
Population of Banathar
Below is a concise population overview of Banathar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,969 | 973 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 732 | 578 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 241 | 418 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banathar village:
- The total population of Banathar village is around 1,969, including approximately 973 males and 996 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Banathar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banathar village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Banathar village is about 66.53%, with male literacy at 75.23% and female literacy at 58.03%.
- There are around 389 households in Banathar village.
Connectivity of Banathar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banathar. As per the 2011 stats, Banathar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banathar
Knowing the nearby villages of Banathar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banathar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banathar
- Where is Banathar located?
- Banathar village is situated in Gondiya Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banathar?
- Banathar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Banathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banathar is 1,969, with 973 males and 996 females.
- How many households are there in Banathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banathar village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banathar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banathar is 66.53%. The male literacy rate is 75.23%, while the female literacy rate is 58.03%.