Baniabasa - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Baniabasa is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dengam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baniabasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baniabasa is 390831. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Baniabasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baniabasa
As per Census 2011, Baniabasa village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 346 males and 377 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 682 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baniabasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 346 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 60 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 329 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 160 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 186 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Baniabasa
Baniabasa 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 Baniabasa
Baniabasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Baniabasa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Baniabasa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baniabasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baniabasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baniabasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baniabasa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baniabasa
Where is Baniabasa located?
Baniabasa village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniabasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniabasa is Dengam.
What is the pincode of Baniabasa?
The pincode of Baniabasa is 757019.
What is the population of Baniabasa?
Baniabasa has a total population of 723, including 346 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Baniabasa?
There are 167 households in Baniabasa.
What is the literacy rate in Baniabasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baniabasa is 34.30%. Male literacy is 46.24% and female literacy is 23.34%.