Bankajhari - Gania, Nayagarh
Bankajhari is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Badasilinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankajhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankajhari is 405297. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Bankajhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankajhari
As per Census 2011, Bankajhari village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 130 males and 120 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankajhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 97 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 33 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bankajhari
Bankajhari 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 Bankajhari
Bankajhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Bankajhari is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Bankajhari is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankajhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankajhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bankajhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankajhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankajhari
Where is Bankajhari located?
Bankajhari village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankajhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankajhari is Badasilinga.
What is the pincode of Bankajhari?
The pincode of Bankajhari is 752085.
What is the population of Bankajhari?
Bankajhari has a total population of 250, including 130 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bankajhari?
There are 58 households in Bankajhari.
What is the literacy rate in Bankajhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankajhari is 66.40%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 57.50%.