Banguru - Oupada, Balasore
Banguru is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Oupada and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banguru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banguru is 393385. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Banguru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banguru
As per Census 2011, Banguru village has a total population of 705 people, consisting of 347 males and 358 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banguru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 705 | 347 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 286 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 61 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Banguru
Banguru 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 Banguru
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Banguru.
| 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 Banguru is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Banguru is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banguru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banguru 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 Banguru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banguru 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Banguru
Where is Banguru located?
Banguru village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banguru?
The Gram Panchayat of Banguru is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Banguru?
The pincode of Banguru is 756048.
What is the population of Banguru?
Banguru has a total population of 705, including 347 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Banguru?
There are 181 households in Banguru.
What is the literacy rate in Banguru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banguru is 75.74%. Male literacy is 82.42% and female literacy is 69.27%.