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
According to the 2011 Census, Bang village had a total population of 576 people, including 308 males and 268 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 73.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 576 | 308 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 576, including 308 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Bang?
Bang had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bang was 79.69%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 73.17%.