Bansi Dehri - Sahar, Bhojpur
Bansi Dehri is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Koran Dihari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansi Dehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansi Dehri is 247740. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 802208 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bansi Dehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bansi Dehri
According to the 2011 Census, Bansi Dehri village had a total population of 1,472 people, including 699 males and 773 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 55.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 631, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,472 | 699 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 114 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 299 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 455 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 244 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Bansi Dehri
Bansi Dehri 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 Bansi Dehri
Bansi Dehri 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arwal to Bansi Dehri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Bansi Dehri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansi Dehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansi Dehri 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 Bansi Dehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansi Dehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bansi Dehri
Where is Bansi Dehri located?
Bansi Dehri village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bansi Dehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansi Dehri is Koran Dihari.
What is the pincode of Bansi Dehri?
The pincode of Bansi Dehri is 802208.
What is the population of Bansi Dehri?
Bansi Dehri had a total population of 1,472, including 699 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Bansi Dehri?
Bansi Dehri had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansi Dehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansi Dehri was 65.80%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 55.01%.