Banda - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Banda is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. Banda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
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 Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Banda Location Map
The above map shows the geographical location of Banda in Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra.
Nearby Villages of Banda
Banda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Degave | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Galel | South | 2.97 km |
| Wafoli | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Dingne | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Sherle | West | 4.02 km |
| Vilavade | North | 4.40 km |
| Kas | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Nigude | West | 5.31 km |
| Bhalawal | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Morgaon | East | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banda
Banda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banda
Where is Banda located?
Banda village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
Banda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banda?
The pincode of Banda is 416511.