Banaras
Banaras is a village located in Saintala tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Saintala (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Kermeli is the gram panchayat of Banaras village.
Here you can discover what makes Banaras unique in its vibrant Saintala-Balangir region. You’ll see Banaras’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 Banaras
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banaras is 421129. The village spans a total geographical area of 160 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767032. Titlagarh is nearest town to Banaras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Banaras
Population of Banaras
According to the 2011 Census, Banaras has a total population of about 495, with approximately 246 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.89%, with male literacy at about 57.72% and female literacy near 40.16%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banaras's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 246 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 242 | 142 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 104 | 149 |
Connectivity of Banaras
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banaras. As per the 2011 stats, Banaras had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banaras
Knowing the nearby villages of Banaras helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banaras.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banaras
- Where is Banaras located?
- Banaras village is situated in Saintala Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banaras?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banaras is Kermeli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banaras?
- The pincode of Banaras is 767032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banaras is 495, with 246 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Banaras as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banaras village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banaras as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banaras is 48.89%. The male literacy rate is 57.72%, while the female literacy rate is 40.16%.