Banna - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Banna is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Dhaniakhali and around 48.3 km from Chinsura. Perambuasahabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banna is 324569. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.25 hectares and falls under the 712402 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Banna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banna
As per Census 2011, Banna village has a total population of 1,626 people, consisting of 849 males and 777 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,149 literate and 477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 922 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,626 | 849 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 922 | 473 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 656 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 193 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Banna
Banna 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 Banna
Banna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Banna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tarakeswar to Banna is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Banna is about 48.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banna
Where is Banna located?
Banna village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banna?
The Gram Panchayat of Banna is Perambuasahabazar.
What is the pincode of Banna?
The pincode of Banna is 712402.
What is the population of Banna?
Banna has a total population of 1,626, including 849 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Banna?
There are 418 households in Banna.
What is the literacy rate in Banna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banna is 70.66%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 63.45%.