Banamal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Banamal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kulundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banamal is 381997. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Banamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banamal
As per Census 2011, Banamal village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 272 males and 250 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 372 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 272 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 201 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 201 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 71 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Banamal
Banamal 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 Banamal
Banamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sambalpur to Banamal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banamal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Banamal
Where is Banamal located?
Banamal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Banamal is Kulundi.
What is the pincode of Banamal?
The pincode of Banamal is 768107.
What is the population of Banamal?
Banamal has a total population of 522, including 272 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Banamal?
There are 131 households in Banamal.
What is the literacy rate in Banamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banamal is 68.77%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 63.20%.