Banijara

Banijara is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Manijora is the gram panchayat of Banijara village.

Banijara has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Banijara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banijara is 423812. The village spans a total geographical area of 346 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Banijara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Banijara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,741 845 896
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 122 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 200 96 104
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 120 57 63
Literate Population 785 449 336
Illiterate Population 956 396 560

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

  • The total population of Banijara village is around 1,741, including approximately 845 males and 896 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Banijara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banijara village has 200 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 120 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banijara village is about 45.09%, with male literacy at 53.14% and female literacy at 37.50%.
  • There are around 463 households in Banijara village.

Connectivity of Banijara

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

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

Nearby Villages of Banijara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Banijara

Where is Banijara located?
Banijara village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banijara?
The Gram Panchayat of Banijara is Manijora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banijara?
The pincode of Banijara is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banijara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banijara is 1,741, with 845 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Banijara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banijara village has a total of 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banijara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banijara is 45.09%. The male literacy rate is 53.14%, while the female literacy rate is 37.50%.