Bant - Bonth, Bhadrak
Bant is a village situated in the Bonth tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bant and around 22 km from Bhadrak. Bonth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bant is 394399. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 756114 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bant
As per Census 2011, Bant village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 977 males and 996 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,523 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 977 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 128 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 310 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 788 | 735 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 189 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Bant
Bant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purusottampur | North | 1.20 km |
| Chandipur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Ramapur | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Kumbhakaral | South | 2.16 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 2.18 km |
| Dhaniojha | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Salkania | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bangarpadi | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Khajurigadia | South | 2.42 km |
| Barakana | North-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bant
Public transport in the Bant is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Bant is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Bant is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bant 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bant
Where is Bant located?
Bant village is located in Bonth Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bant?
The Gram Panchayat of Bant is Bonth.
What is the pincode of Bant?
The pincode of Bant is 756114.
What is the population of Bant?
Bant has a total population of 1,973, including 977 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Bant?
There are 514 households in Bant.
What is the literacy rate in Bant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bant is 77.19%. Male literacy is 80.66% and female literacy is 73.80%.