Baigeni - Banki, Cuttack
Baigeni is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Anuary serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baigeni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baigeni is 398949. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 754009 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baigeni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baigeni
According to the 2011 Census, Baigeni village had a total population of 275 people, including 144 males and 131 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.21%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 95.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 260.
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 | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 104 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 40 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Baigeni
Baigeni 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 Baigeni
Baigeni 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Baigeni is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Baigeni is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baigeni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baigeni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baigeni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baigeni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baigeni
Where is Baigeni located?
Baigeni village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baigeni?
The Gram Panchayat of Baigeni is Anuary.
What is the pincode of Baigeni?
The pincode of Baigeni is 754009.
What is the population of Baigeni?
Baigeni had a total population of 275, including 144 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Baigeni?
Baigeni had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baigeni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baigeni was 90.21%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 95.58%.