Bania - Bhadrak
Bania is a village situated in the Bhadrak tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhadrak Rural and around 8 km from Bhadrak. Benia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bania is 394773. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 756100 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrak Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bania
As per Census 2011, Bania village has a total population of 2,087 people, consisting of 1,062 males and 1,025 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,562 literate and 525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,087 | 1,062 | 1,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 118 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 143 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 857 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 205 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Bania
Bania is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhitarbadi | South | 2.05 km |
| Bahinipatiguda | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Bandliguda | West | 2.38 km |
| Jadabandha | South | 2.53 km |
| Lodijodi | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Tokiguda | East | 3.12 km |
| Nishnahandi | North | 3.32 km |
| Bodigan | East | 3.55 km |
| Janiguda | South | 3.92 km |
| Podeiguda | South-West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bania
Public transport in the Bania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bania is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Bania is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bania 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 Bania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bania
Where is Bania located?
Bania village is located in Bhadrak Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bania?
The Gram Panchayat of Bania is Benia.
What is the pincode of Bania?
The pincode of Bania is 756100.
What is the population of Bania?
Bania has a total population of 2,087, including 1,062 males and 1,025 females.
How many households are there in Bania?
There are 424 households in Bania.
What is the literacy rate in Bania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bania is 74.84%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 68.78%.