Banjamunda - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Banjamunda is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjamunda is 422486. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Banjamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Banjamunda village had a total population of 132 people, including 71 males and 61 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.89%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 27.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 52 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 19 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Banjamunda
Banjamunda 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 Banjamunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banjamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhawanipatna to Banjamunda is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banjamunda
Where is Banjamunda located?
Banjamunda village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjamunda is Manikera.
What is the pincode of Banjamunda?
The pincode of Banjamunda is 766102.
What is the population of Banjamunda?
Banjamunda had a total population of 132, including 71 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Banjamunda?
Banjamunda had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjamunda was 57.89%. Male literacy was 82.54% and female literacy was 27.45%.