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
According to the 2011 Census, Bankajhari village had a total population of 250 people, including 130 males and 120 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.05%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 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 had a total population of 250, including 130 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bankajhari?
Bankajhari had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankajhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankajhari was 79.05%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 64.49%.