Bania
Bania is a village located in Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kakatpur (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Bangurigaon is the gram panchayat of Bania village.
Here you can discover what makes Bania unique in its vibrant Kakatpur-Puri region. You’ll see Bania’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bania
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bania is 409188. The village spans a total geographical area of 86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752118. Puri is nearest town to Bania village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
Google Map of Bania
Population of Bania
According to the 2011 Census, Bania has a total population of about 714, with approximately 377 males and 337 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.25%, with male literacy at about 69.76% and female literacy near 62.31%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bania's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 377 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 473 | 263 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 114 | 127 |
Connectivity of Bania
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bania. As per the 2011 stats, Bania had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bania
Knowing the nearby villages of Bania helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bania.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bania
- Where is Bania located?
- Bania village is situated in Kakatpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bania?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bania is Bangurigaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bania?
- The pincode of Bania is 752118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bania is 714, with 377 males and 337 females.
- How many households are there in Bania as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bania village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bania as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bania is 66.25%. The male literacy rate is 69.76%, while the female literacy rate is 62.31%.