Bantara
Bantara is a village located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Gandhana is the gram panchayat of Bantara village.
Bantara has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Bantara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bantara is 401498. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755009. Jajapur is nearest town to Bantara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bantara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Korei Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bantara
Population of Bantara
Below is a concise population overview of Bantara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,046 | 545 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 431 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 114 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bantara village:
- The total population of Bantara village is around 1,046, including approximately 545 males and 501 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Bantara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bantara village has 349 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 146 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bantara village is about 72.47%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 65.27%.
- There are around 214 households in Bantara village.
Connectivity of Bantara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bantara. As per the 2011 stats, Bantara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bantara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bantara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bantara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bantara
- Where is Bantara located?
- Bantara village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bantara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bantara is Gandhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bantara?
- The pincode of Bantara is 755009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bantara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bantara is 1,046, with 545 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Bantara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bantara village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bantara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bantara is 72.47%. The male literacy rate is 79.08%, while the female literacy rate is 65.27%.