Banhala
Banhala is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Banhala village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Nawgaon is the gram panchayat of Banhala village.
Banhala has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Banhala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banhala is 342836. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721166. Khargapur is nearest town to Banhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
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Population of Banhala
Below is a concise population overview of Banhala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 398 | 197 | 201 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
Literate Population | 294 | 164 | 130 |
Illiterate Population | 104 | 33 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banhala village:
- The total population of Banhala village is around 398, including approximately 197 males and 201 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Banhala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banhala village has 46 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Banhala village is about 73.87%, with male literacy at 83.25% and female literacy at 64.68%.
- There are around 104 households in Banhala village.
Connectivity of Banhala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banhala. As per the 2011 stats, Banhala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banhala
Knowing the nearby villages of Banhala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banhala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banhala
- Where is Banhala located?
- Banhala village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banhala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banhala is Nawgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banhala?
- The pincode of Banhala is 721166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banhala is 398, with 197 males and 201 females.
- How many households are there in Banhala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banhala village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banhala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banhala is 73.87%. The male literacy rate is 83.25%, while the female literacy rate is 64.68%.