Bansipur - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Bansipur is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Bansipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansipur is 243442. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.8 hectares and falls under the 811309 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 28 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 3,537 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,717 females. The village has 539 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 748 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,449 literate and 2,088 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,537 | 1,820 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 748 | 358 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1,449 | 850 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,088 | 970 | 1,118 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhisarai to Bansipur is about 28 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bansipur
Where is Bansipur located?
Bansipur village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansipur?
Bansipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bansipur?
The pincode of Bansipur is 811309.
What is the population of Bansipur?
Bansipur has a total population of 3,537, including 1,820 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Bansipur?
There are 539 households in Bansipur.
What is the literacy rate in Bansipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansipur is 40.97%. Male literacy is 46.70% and female literacy is 34.89%.