Banapali - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Banapali is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Paikajamuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banapali is 411401. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Banapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Banapali
According to the 2011 Census, Banapali village had a total population of 1,104 people, including 528 males and 576 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 79.60% and female literacy at 54.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 1,104 | 528 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 359 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 169 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Banapali
Banapali 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 Banapali
Banapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kavisurjyanagar to Banapali is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Banapali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banapali 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banapali
Where is Banapali located?
Banapali village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Banapali is Paikajamuna.
What is the pincode of Banapali?
The pincode of Banapali is 761105.
What is the population of Banapali?
Banapali had a total population of 1,104, including 528 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Banapali?
Banapali had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banapali was 66.32%. Male literacy was 79.60% and female literacy was 54.53%.