Banda
Banda is a village located in Raghunathpur Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Mangalda Mautore is the gram panchayat of Banda village.
Banda has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Banda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banda is 330185. The village spans a total geographical area of 247.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723146. Santaldih is nearest town to Banda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Banda
Below is a concise population overview of Banda 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 | 635 | 322 | 313 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 295 | 293 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 361 | 235 | 126 |
Illiterate Population | 274 | 87 | 187 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banda village:
- The total population of Banda village is around 635, including approximately 322 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Banda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banda village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Banda village is about 56.85%, with male literacy at 72.98% and female literacy at 40.26%.
- There are around 114 households in Banda village.
Connectivity of Banda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banda. As per the 2011 stats, Banda 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banda
Knowing the nearby villages of Banda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banda
- Where is Banda located?
- Banda village is situated in Raghunathpur Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banda is Mangalda Mautore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banda?
- The pincode of Banda is 723146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banda is 635, with 322 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banda village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banda is 56.85%. The male literacy rate is 72.98%, while the female literacy rate is 40.26%.