Banapur - Lingampet, Kamareddy
Banapur is a village situated in the Lingampet mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Lingampet and around 90 km from Nizamabad. Banapoor Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banapur is 571499. The village covers a total geographical area of 1170 hectares and falls under the 503124 pincode. Kamareddy 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.
Population of Banapur
As per Census 2011, Banapur village has a total population of 1,651 people, consisting of 790 males and 861 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,651 | 790 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 110 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 136 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 433 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 357 | 558 |
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
Banapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamareddy to Banapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Banapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lingampet Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banapur is Banapoor Thanda.
What is the pincode of Banapur?
The pincode of Banapur is 503124.
What is the population of Banapur?
Banapur has a total population of 1,651, including 790 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Banapur?
There are 353 households in Banapur.
What is the literacy rate in Banapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banapur is 44.58%. Male literacy is 54.81% and female literacy is 35.19%.