Kansar - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Kansar is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kansar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansar is 219441. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kansar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kansar
As per Census 2011, Kansar village has a total population of 4,749 people, consisting of 2,519 males and 2,230 females. The village has 1,024 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,011 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,000 literate and 2,749 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,749 | 2,519 | 2,230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,011 | 512 | 499 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 165 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 2,000 | 1,301 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,749 | 1,218 | 1,531 |
Nearby Villages of Kansar
Kansar 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 Kansar
Kansar 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Kansar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Kansar is about 30 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 Kansar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kansar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kansar
Where is Kansar located?
Kansar village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansar?
Kansar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kansar?
The pincode of Kansar is 843316.
What is the population of Kansar?
Kansar has a total population of 4,749, including 2,519 males and 2,230 females.
How many households are there in Kansar?
There are 1,024 households in Kansar.
What is the literacy rate in Kansar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansar is 42.11%. Male literacy is 51.65% and female literacy is 31.35%.