Banbira - Sohela, Bargarh
Banbira is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Tabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banbira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banbira is 380296. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Banbira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banbira
According to the 2011 Census, Banbira village had a total population of 1,668 people, including 842 males and 826 females, living in 474 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.97%, with male literacy at 88.52% and female literacy at 71.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 1,668 | 842 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 193 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 671 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 171 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Banbira
Banbira 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 Banbira
Banbira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Banbira is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Banbira is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banbira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banbira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banbira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banbira 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 Banbira
Where is Banbira located?
Banbira village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banbira?
The Gram Panchayat of Banbira is Tabada.
What is the pincode of Banbira?
The pincode of Banbira is 768033.
What is the population of Banbira?
Banbira had a total population of 1,668, including 842 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Banbira?
Banbira had 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banbira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banbira was 79.97%. Male literacy was 88.52% and female literacy was 71.39%.