Bonia (Bania) - Kotpad, Koraput
Bonia (Bania) is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Guali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bonia (Bania) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonia (Bania) is 428091. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bonia (Bania) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bonia (Bania)
According to the 2011 Census, Bonia (Bania) village had a total population of 809 people, including 387 males and 422 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.97%, with male literacy at 39.57% and female literacy at 23.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 780.
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 | 809 | 387 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 375 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 129 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 258 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Bonia (Bania)
Bonia (Bania) 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 Bonia (Bania)
Public transport in the Bonia (Bania) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bonia (Bania).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bonia (Bania) is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bonia (Bania) is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bonia (Bania)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonia (Bania) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bonia (Bania)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonia (Bania) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bonia (Bania)
Where is Bonia (Bania) located?
Bonia (Bania) village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bonia (Bania)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonia (Bania) is Guali.
What is the pincode of Bonia (Bania)?
The pincode of Bonia (Bania) is 764058.
What is the population of Bonia (Bania)?
Bonia (Bania) had a total population of 809, including 387 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Bonia (Bania)?
Bonia (Bania) had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bonia (Bania)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonia (Bania) was 30.97%. Male literacy was 39.57% and female literacy was 23.29%.