Banaramachandrapur - Polasara, Ganjam
Banaramachandrapur is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Badapankalabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banaramachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaramachandrapur is 411566. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 761019 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Banaramachandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banaramachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Banaramachandrapur village has a total population of 1,399 people, consisting of 707 males and 692 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 724 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 794 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banaramachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 707 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 114 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 794 | 399 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 436 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 271 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Banaramachandrapur
Banaramachandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasingapalli | North | 1.23 km |
| Sanabaragam | East | 1.43 km |
| Sunaribuguda | South | 1.44 km |
| Badapankalabadi | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Chandiramachandrapur | West | 1.89 km |
| Budheisuni | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Laxmanapalli | South | 2.11 km |
| Madhupalli | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Tentulia | East | 2.41 km |
| Chirikipadasasan | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banaramachandrapur
Banaramachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 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 Polasara to Banaramachandrapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Banaramachandrapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaramachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaramachandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banaramachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaramachandrapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banaramachandrapur
Where is Banaramachandrapur located?
Banaramachandrapur village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banaramachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banaramachandrapur is Badapankalabadi.
What is the pincode of Banaramachandrapur?
The pincode of Banaramachandrapur is 761019.
What is the population of Banaramachandrapur?
Banaramachandrapur has a total population of 1,399, including 707 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Banaramachandrapur?
There are 284 households in Banaramachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Banaramachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaramachandrapur is 51.75%. Male literacy is 61.67% and female literacy is 41.62%.