Banjibahal - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Banjibahal is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Daspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjibahal is 423894. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Banjibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjibahal
As per Census 2011, Banjibahal village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 149 males and 159 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 308 | 149 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 112 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 96 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 53 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Banjibahal
Banjibahal 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 Banjibahal
Banjibahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Banjibahal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Banjibahal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banjibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banjibahal
Where is Banjibahal located?
Banjibahal village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjibahal is Daspur.
What is the pincode of Banjibahal?
The pincode of Banjibahal is 766029.
What is the population of Banjibahal?
Banjibahal has a total population of 308, including 149 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Banjibahal?
There are 75 households in Banjibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Banjibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjibahal is 47.73%. Male literacy is 64.43% and female literacy is 32.08%.