Banskot
Banskot is a village located in Bade Rajpur tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Visrampuree (tehsildar office) and 170km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Banskot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Banskot unique in its vibrant Bade Rajpur-Bastar region. You’ll see Banskot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Banskot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banskot is 448633. The village spans a total geographical area of 2094.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494347. Visrampuree is nearest town to Banskot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Banskot
Population of Banskot
According to the 2011 Census, Banskot has a total population of about 3,886, with approximately 1,936 males and 1,950 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,540. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.51%, with male literacy at about 59.97% and female literacy near 41.13%. There are around 876 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banskot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,886 | 1,936 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 247 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,540 | 1,266 | 1,274 |
| Literate Population | 1,963 | 1,161 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,923 | 775 | 1,148 |
Connectivity of Banskot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banskot. As per the 2011 stats, Banskot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banskot
Knowing the nearby villages of Banskot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banskot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banskot
- Where is Banskot located?
- Banskot village is situated in Bade Rajpur Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banskot?
- Banskot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Banskot?
- The pincode of Banskot is 494347, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banskot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banskot is 3,886, with 1,936 males and 1,950 females.
- How many households are there in Banskot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banskot village has a total of 876 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banskot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banskot is 50.51%. The male literacy rate is 59.97%, while the female literacy rate is 41.13%.