Baniagan
Baniagan is a village located in Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kaptipada (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jhinkpada is the gram panchayat of Baniagan village.
Baniagan has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj 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 Baniagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baniagan is 391171. The village spans a total geographical area of 51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757040. Udala is nearest town to Baniagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Baniagan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Baniagan
Population of Baniagan
Below is a concise population overview of Baniagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 184 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 150 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 34 | 63 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baniagan village:
- The total population of Baniagan village is around 373, including approximately 184 males and 189 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Baniagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baniagan village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baniagan village is about 73.99%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 66.67%.
- There are around 98 households in Baniagan village.
Connectivity of Baniagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baniagan. As per the 2011 stats, Baniagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baniagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Baniagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baniagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baniagan
- Where is Baniagan located?
- Baniagan village is situated in Kaptipada Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baniagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baniagan is Jhinkpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baniagan?
- The pincode of Baniagan is 757040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baniagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniagan is 373, with 184 males and 189 females.
- How many households are there in Baniagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baniagan village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baniagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniagan is 73.99%. The male literacy rate is 81.52%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.