Banikunda

Banikunda is a village located in Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kujang (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Pankapal is the gram panchayat of Banikunda village.

Banikunda has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 Banikunda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banikunda is 397250. The village spans a total geographical area of 122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Paradip is nearest town to Banikunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Banikunda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,535 800 735
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 161 93 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 144 70 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,234 678 556
Illiterate Population 301 122 179

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

  • The total population of Banikunda village is around 1,535, including approximately 800 males and 735 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 161 children aged 0–6 years in Banikunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banikunda village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banikunda village is about 80.39%, with male literacy at 84.75% and female literacy at 75.65%.
  • There are around 329 households in Banikunda village.

Connectivity of Banikunda

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Banikunda

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

Ranipada Tenteikuda Borikhi Paikasta Pahana Janapal Chandapur Bilapokhariapada Nalakani Banipata Baleipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Banikunda

Where is Banikunda located?
Banikunda village is situated in Kujang Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banikunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banikunda is Pankapal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banikunda?
The pincode of Banikunda is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banikunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banikunda is 1,535, with 800 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Banikunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banikunda village has a total of 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banikunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banikunda is 80.39%. The male literacy rate is 84.75%, while the female literacy rate is 75.65%.