Banjikusum - Banei, Sundargarh
Banjikusum is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bad-gogua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banjikusum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banjikusum is 385174. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Banjikusum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banjikusum
According to the 2011 Census, Banjikusum village had a total population of 365 people, including 195 males and 170 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 61.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 365 | 195 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 190 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 142 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 53 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Banjikusum
Banjikusum 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 Banjikusum
Banjikusum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Banjikusum is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Banjikusum is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banjikusum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banjikusum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banjikusum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banjikusum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banjikusum
Where is Banjikusum located?
Banjikusum village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banjikusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Banjikusum is Bad-gogua.
What is the pincode of Banjikusum?
The pincode of Banjikusum is 770038.
What is the population of Banjikusum?
Banjikusum had a total population of 365, including 195 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Banjikusum?
Banjikusum had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banjikusum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banjikusum was 75.00%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 61.81%.