Baniha
Baniha is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Bishnupur is the gram panchayat of Baniha village.
Baniha has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Baniha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baniha is 393936. The village spans a total geographical area of 34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756051. Soro is nearest town to Baniha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Baniha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Baniha
Population of Baniha
Below is a concise population overview of Baniha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baniha village:
- The total population of Baniha village is around 77, including approximately 38 males and 39 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Baniha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baniha village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Baniha village is about 79.22%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 74.36%.
- There are around 18 households in Baniha village.
Connectivity of Baniha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baniha. As per the 2011 stats, Baniha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baniha
Knowing the nearby villages of Baniha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baniha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baniha
- Where is Baniha located?
- Baniha village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baniha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baniha is Bishnupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baniha?
- The pincode of Baniha is 756051, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baniha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniha is 77, with 38 males and 39 females.
- How many households are there in Baniha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baniha village has a total of 18 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baniha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniha is 79.22%. The male literacy rate is 84.21%, while the female literacy rate is 74.36%.