Banagadia - Khaira, Balasore
Banagadia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Khaira and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banagadia is 393607. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Banagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banagadia
According to the 2011 Census, Banagadia village had a total population of 195 people, including 103 males and 92 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 78.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Banagadia
Banagadia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Banagadia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Banagadia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Banagadia is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Banagadia is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banagadia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banagadia
Where is Banagadia located?
Banagadia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Banagadia is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Banagadia?
The pincode of Banagadia is 756126.
What is the population of Banagadia?
Banagadia had a total population of 195, including 103 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Banagadia?
Banagadia had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banagadia was 83.82%. Male literacy was 88.17% and female literacy was 78.75%.