Banja

Banja is a village located in Sukinda tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sukinda (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Mangarajpur is the gram panchayat of Banja village.

Banja 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 Banja

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banja is 400452. The village spans a total geographical area of 250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755018. Byasanagar is nearest town to Banja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Banja

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 948 495 453
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 52 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 191 99 92
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 625 357 268
Illiterate Population 323 138 185

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

  • The total population of Banja village is around 948, including approximately 495 males and 453 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Banja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banja village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banja village is about 65.93%, with male literacy at 72.12% and female literacy at 59.16%.
  • There are around 209 households in Banja village.

Connectivity of Banja

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

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

Nearby Villages of Banja

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banja

Where is Banja located?
Banja village is situated in Sukinda Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banja?
The Gram Panchayat of Banja is Mangarajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banja?
The pincode of Banja is 755018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banja is 948, with 495 males and 453 females.
How many households are there in Banja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banja village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banja is 65.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.12%, while the female literacy rate is 59.16%.