Bang - Delanga, Puri
Bang is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Harirajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bang is 408535. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 752060 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bang
As per Census 2011, Bang village has a total population of 576 people, consisting of 308 males and 268 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 308 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 232 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 76 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Bang
Bang 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 Bang
Bang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Bang is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bang is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bang 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bang
Where is Bang located?
Bang village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bang?
The Gram Panchayat of Bang is Harirajpur.
What is the pincode of Bang?
The pincode of Bang is 752060.
What is the population of Bang?
Bang has a total population of 576, including 308 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Bang?
There are 111 households in Bang.
What is the literacy rate in Bang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bang is 71.53%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 67.16%.