Baniabandha - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Baniabandha is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baniabandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baniabandha is 382458. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baniabandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baniabandha
According to the 2011 Census, Baniabandha village had a total population of 294 people, including 144 males and 150 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.83%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 105 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 39 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Baniabandha
Baniabandha 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 Baniabandha
Baniabandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Baniabandha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Baniabandha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Baniabandha is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baniabandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baniabandha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Baniabandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baniabandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baniabandha
Where is Baniabandha located?
Baniabandha village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniabandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniabandha is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Baniabandha?
The pincode of Baniabandha is 768106.
What is the population of Baniabandha?
Baniabandha had a total population of 294, including 144 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Baniabandha?
Baniabandha had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baniabandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baniabandha was 71.83%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 58.91%.