Bansbari - Dighalbank, Kishanganj
Bansbari is a village situated in the Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighalbank and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Athgachhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansbari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansbari is 222360. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 855101 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bansbari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahadurganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kishanganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansbari
According to the 2011 Census, Bansbari village had a total population of 337 people, including 166 males and 171 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.41%, with male literacy at 59.69% and female literacy at 38.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 337 | 166 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 77 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 89 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bansbari
Bansbari 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 Bansbari
Bansbari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 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 Bahadurganj to Bansbari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Bansbari is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansbari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansbari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bansbari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansbari 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 Bansbari
Where is Bansbari located?
Bansbari village is located in Dighalbank Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansbari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansbari is Athgachhiya.
What is the pincode of Bansbari?
The pincode of Bansbari is 855101.
What is the population of Bansbari?
Bansbari had a total population of 337, including 166 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Bansbari?
Bansbari had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansbari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansbari was 49.41%. Male literacy was 59.69% and female literacy was 38.89%.