Ban - Sengaon, Hingoli
Ban is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Ban village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban is 545708. The village covers a total geographical area of 667.56 hectares and falls under the 431542 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ban
As per Census 2011, Ban village has a total population of 1,375 people, consisting of 717 males and 658 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 876 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,375 | 717 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 154 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 526 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 191 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ban
Ban is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Devthana Uswad | West | 2.68 km |
| Wazar Bk | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Pimpri Barda | East | 4.13 km |
| Khorwad | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Raigaon | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Dhamdham | South | 5.52 km |
| Uswad (devthana) | West | 5.73 km |
| Talni | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Nandra | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Khurampur | North | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ban
Ban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Satuna, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonar to Ban is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Ban is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ban
Where is Ban located?
Ban village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban?
Ban is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ban?
The pincode of Ban is 431542.
What is the population of Ban?
Ban has a total population of 1,375, including 717 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Ban?
There are 292 households in Ban.
What is the literacy rate in Ban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban is 63.71%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 53.19%.