Banika
About Banika
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banika village is 386958. Banika village is located in Ghasipura tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ghasipura (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Bailo is the gram panchayat of Banika village.
The total geographical area of village is 70 hectares. Banika has a total population of 879 peoples, out of which male population is 456 while female population is 423. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banika village is 58.48% out of which 67.11% males and 49.17% females are literate. There are about 174 houses in banika village. Pincode of banika village locality is 758020.
When it comes to administration, Banika village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banika village comes under Anandapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Keonjhar Lok Sabha constituency. Kendujhar is nearest town to banika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
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Population of Banika
The population details of Banika cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 456 | 423 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 878 | 456 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 514 | 306 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 150 | 215 |
Connectivity of Banika
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banika
Where is Banika located?
Banika village is situated in Ghasipura Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banika?
The Gram Panchayat of Banika is Bailo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banika?
The pincode of Banika is 758020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banika is 879, with 456 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Banika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banika village has a total of 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banika is 58.48%. The male literacy rate is 67.11%, while the female literacy rate is 49.17%.