Bansipur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Bansipur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansipur is 240367. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bansipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bansipur
As per Census 2011, Bansipur village has a total population of 1,058 people, consisting of 584 males and 474 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 237 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,058 | 584 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 473 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 111 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Bansipur
Bansipur 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 Bansipur
Bansipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Bansipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Bansipur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bansipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansipur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bansipur
Where is Bansipur located?
Bansipur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansipur is Kurma.
What is the pincode of Bansipur?
The pincode of Bansipur is 813211.
What is the population of Bansipur?
Bansipur has a total population of 1,058, including 584 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Bansipur?
There are 209 households in Bansipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bansipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansipur is 77.60%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 73.42%.