Binika - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Binika is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Telenpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Binika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Binika is 381038. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 768234 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Binika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Binika
According to the 2011 Census, Binika village had a total population of 305 people, including 162 males and 143 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.76%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 86.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Binika
Binika 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 Binika
Binika is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Belpahar to Binika is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Binika is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Binika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Binika 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Binika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Binika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Binika
Where is Binika located?
Binika village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Binika?
The Gram Panchayat of Binika is Telenpalli.
What is the pincode of Binika?
The pincode of Binika is 768234.
What is the population of Binika?
Binika had a total population of 305, including 162 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Binika?
Binika had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Binika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Binika was 87.76%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 86.03%.