Banshapur
Banshapur is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Singhanpuri is the gram panchayat of Banshapur village.
Banshapur has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Banshapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banshapur is 437772. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495334. Lormi is nearest town to Banshapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banshapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banshapur
Population of Banshapur
Below is a concise population overview of Banshapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 255 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 254 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 244 | 132 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 123 | 142 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banshapur village:
- The total population of Banshapur village is around 509, including approximately 255 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Banshapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banshapur village has 508 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Banshapur village is about 47.94%, with male literacy at 51.76% and female literacy at 44.09%.
- There are around 127 households in Banshapur village.
Connectivity of Banshapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banshapur. As per the 2011 stats, Banshapur 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 Banshapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Banshapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banshapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banshapur
- Where is Banshapur located?
- Banshapur village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banshapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banshapur is Singhanpuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banshapur?
- The pincode of Banshapur is 495334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banshapur is 509, with 255 males and 254 females.
- How many households are there in Banshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banshapur village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banshapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banshapur is 47.94%. The male literacy rate is 51.76%, while the female literacy rate is 44.09%.