Banjari
Banjari is a village located in Salekasa tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Salekasa (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Darrekasa is the gram panchayat of Banjari village.
Here you can discover what makes Banjari unique in its vibrant Salekasa-Gondiya region. You’ll see Banjari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Banjari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banjari is 538039. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.01 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Banjari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banjari 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 Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banjari
Population of Banjari
According to the 2011 Census, Banjari has a total population of about 629, with approximately 298 males and 331 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 584. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.36%, with male literacy at about 68.46% and female literacy near 68.28%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banjari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 629 | 298 | 331 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 274 | 310 |
Literate Population | 430 | 204 | 226 |
Illiterate Population | 199 | 94 | 105 |
Connectivity of Banjari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banjari. As per the 2011 stats, Banjari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banjari
Knowing the nearby villages of Banjari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banjari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banjari
- Where is Banjari located?
- Banjari village is situated in Salekasa Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banjari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banjari is Darrekasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Banjari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banjari is 629, with 298 males and 331 females.
- How many households are there in Banjari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banjari village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banjari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banjari is 68.36%. The male literacy rate is 68.46%, while the female literacy rate is 68.28%.