Karsanda - Shambhuganj, Banka
Karsanda is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Pakariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karsanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karsanda is 240495. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Karsanda
According to the 2011 Census, Karsanda village had a total population of 271 people, including 154 males and 117 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 54.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 154 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 33 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 99 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 55 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Karsanda
Karsanda 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 Karsanda
Karsanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Karsanda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karsanda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karsanda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karsanda
Where is Karsanda located?
Karsanda village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karsanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Karsanda is Pakariya.
What is the pincode of Karsanda?
The pincode of Karsanda is 813211.
What is the population of Karsanda?
Karsanda had a total population of 271, including 154 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Karsanda?
Karsanda had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karsanda was 69.23%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 54.00%.