Bansipur Bela - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bansipur Bela is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansipur Bela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansipur Bela is 240345. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bansipur Bela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansipur Bela
According to the 2011 Census, Bansipur Bela village had a total population of 684 people, including 372 males and 312 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.69%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 684 | 372 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 397 | 239 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 133 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Bansipur Bela
Bansipur Bela 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 Bela
Bansipur Bela 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Bansipur Bela is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Bansipur Bela 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 Bela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansipur Bela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bansipur Bela
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 Bela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bansipur Bela
Where is Bansipur Bela located?
Bansipur Bela village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansipur Bela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansipur Bela is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Bansipur Bela?
The pincode of Bansipur Bela is 813204.
What is the population of Bansipur Bela?
Bansipur Bela had a total population of 684, including 372 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Bansipur Bela?
Bansipur Bela had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansipur Bela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansipur Bela was 68.69%. Male literacy was 76.60% and female literacy was 59.40%.