Bania - Kakatpur, Puri
Bania is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bangurigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bania is 409188. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bania
According to the 2011 Census, Bania village had a total population of 714 people, including 377 males and 337 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 714 | 377 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 263 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 114 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Bania
Bania 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 Bania
Public transport in the Bania is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Bania is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bania 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bania
Where is Bania located?
Bania village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bania?
The Gram Panchayat of Bania is Bangurigaon.
What is the pincode of Bania?
The pincode of Bania is 752118.
What is the population of Bania?
Bania had a total population of 714, including 377 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Bania?
Bania had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bania was 72.77%. Male literacy was 77.81% and female literacy was 67.31%.