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
As per Census 2011, Banshipur village has a total population of 454 people, consisting of 238 males and 216 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banshipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 238 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 454, including 238 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Banshipur?
There are 102 households in Banshipur.
What is the literacy rate in Banshipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banshipur is 66.08%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 57.41%.