Banthunia - Khaira, Balasore
Banthunia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Similia and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Badajaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banthunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banthunia is 394106. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Banthunia 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 Banthunia
According to the 2011 Census, Banthunia village had a total population of 84 people, including 33 males and 51 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 84 | 33 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 5 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Banthunia
Banthunia 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 Banthunia
Banthunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Banthunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Banthunia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Banthunia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banthunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banthunia 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banthunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banthunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Banthunia
Where is Banthunia located?
Banthunia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banthunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Banthunia is Badajaypur.
What is the pincode of Banthunia?
The pincode of Banthunia is 756134.
What is the population of Banthunia?
Banthunia had a total population of 84, including 33 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Banthunia?
Banthunia had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banthunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banthunia was 77.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 63.64%.