Banaparia - Soro, Balasore
Banaparia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Sabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banaparia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaparia is 393767. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Banaparia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banaparia
According to the 2011 Census, Banaparia village had a total population of 196 people, including 96 males and 100 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.50%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 77.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Banaparia
Banaparia 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 Banaparia
Banaparia 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 Banaparia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Soro to Banaparia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Banaparia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaparia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaparia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banaparia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaparia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banaparia
Where is Banaparia located?
Banaparia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banaparia?
The Gram Panchayat of Banaparia is Sabira.
What is the pincode of Banaparia?
The pincode of Banaparia is 756045.
What is the population of Banaparia?
Banaparia had a total population of 196, including 96 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Banaparia?
Banaparia had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banaparia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaparia was 81.50%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 77.91%.