Banapur - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Banapur is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banapur is 425450. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Banapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banapur
As per Census 2011, Banapur village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 180 males and 212 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 180 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 106 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 112 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Banapur
Banapur 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 Banapur
Public transport in the Banapur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Banapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Banapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banapur 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 Banapur
Where is Banapur located?
Banapur village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banapur is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Banapur?
The pincode of Banapur is 765019.
What is the population of Banapur?
Banapur has a total population of 392, including 180 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Banapur?
There are 96 households in Banapur.
What is the literacy rate in Banapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banapur is 28.83%. Male literacy is 37.78% and female literacy is 21.23%.