Banjamaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Banjamaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 163 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjamaha is 417499. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 125 km away.
Banjamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Banjamaha village had a total population of 425 people, including 199 males and 226 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.78%, with male literacy at 15.49% and female literacy at 5.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 425 | 199 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 149 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 22 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 177 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Banjamaha
Banjamaha 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 Banjamaha
Public transport in the Banjamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Banjamaha is about 125 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Banjamaha is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjamaha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banjamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjamaha 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 Banjamaha
Where is Banjamaha located?
Banjamaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banjamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjamaha is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Banjamaha?
The pincode of Banjamaha is 762104.
What is the population of Banjamaha?
Banjamaha had a total population of 425, including 199 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Banjamaha?
Banjamaha had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjamaha was 9.78%. Male literacy was 15.49% and female literacy was 5.14%.