Banjiamba - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Banjiamba is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 79 km from Jharigan and around 79 km from Nabarangapur . Gurusingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjiamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjiamba is 427514. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Banjiamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjiamba
As per Census 2011, Banjiamba village has a total population of 1,686 people, consisting of 816 males and 870 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 885 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banjiamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 816 | 870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 155 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 62 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 885 | 418 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 308 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 508 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Banjiamba
Banjiamba 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 Banjiamba
Banjiamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Banjiamba is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Banjiamba is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjiamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjiamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banjiamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjiamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banjiamba
Where is Banjiamba located?
Banjiamba village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjiamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjiamba is Gurusingha.
What is the pincode of Banjiamba?
The pincode of Banjiamba is 764076.
What is the population of Banjiamba?
Banjiamba has a total population of 1,686, including 816 males and 870 females.
How many households are there in Banjiamba?
There are 394 households in Banjiamba.
What is the literacy rate in Banjiamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjiamba is 29.30%. Male literacy is 37.75% and female literacy is 21.38%.