Bania

Bania is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Sorisiapada is the gram panchayat of Bania village.

Bania has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Bania

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bania is 402767. The village spans a total geographical area of 179 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759016. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Bania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Bania

Below is a concise population overview of Bania as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 597 318 279
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 66 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 478 256 222
Literate Population 292 174 118
Illiterate Population 305 144 161

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bania village:

  • The total population of Bania village is around 597, including approximately 318 males and 279 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Bania village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bania village has 478 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bania village is about 48.91%, with male literacy at 54.72% and female literacy at 42.29%.
  • There are around 143 households in Bania village.

Connectivity of Bania

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bania. As per the 2011 stats, Bania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bania

Knowing the nearby villages of Bania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bania.

Jandapasi Gopalpur Chandrasekharpur Mahulkhali Deogan Sorisiapada Similia Chhotatentuli Kolha Brundabanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Bania

Where is Bania located?
Bania village is situated in Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bania?
The Gram Panchayat of Bania is Sorisiapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bania?
The pincode of Bania is 759016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bania as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bania is 597, with 318 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Bania as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bania village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bania as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bania is 48.91%. The male literacy rate is 54.72%, while the female literacy rate is 42.29%.