Banshipur - Sonhat, Korea
Banshipur is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Sonhat and around 70 km from Baikunthpur. Banshipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banshipur is 431535. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.18 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Banshipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banshipur
According to the 2011 Census, Banshipur village had a total population of 454 people, including 238 males and 216 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 92.15% and female literacy at 68.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 454 | 238 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 226 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 176 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 62 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Banshipur
Banshipur 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 Banshipur
Banshipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Banshipur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banshipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banshipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banshipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banshipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banshipur
Where is Banshipur located?
Banshipur village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banshipur?
Banshipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banshipur?
The pincode of Banshipur is 497339.
What is the population of Banshipur?
Banshipur had a total population of 454, including 238 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Banshipur?
Banshipur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banshipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banshipur was 80.65%. Male literacy was 92.15% and female literacy was 68.51%.