Banskanta
Banskanta is a village located in Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bagbahara (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Mahasamund. As per 2009 stats, Baghmuda is the gram panchayat of Banskanta village.
Here you can discover what makes Banskanta unique in its vibrant Bagbahra-Mahasamund region. You’ll see Banskanta’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 Banskanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banskanta is 446537. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Bagbahara is nearest town to Banskanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banskanta 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 Khallari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banskanta
Population of Banskanta
According to the 2011 Census, Banskanta has a total population of about 380, with approximately 194 males and 186 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 380 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.95%, with male literacy at about 65.98% and female literacy near 41.40%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banskanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 380 | 194 | 186 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 194 | 186 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 205 | 128 | 77 |
Illiterate Population | 175 | 66 | 109 |
Connectivity of Banskanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banskanta. As per the 2011 stats, Banskanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banskanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Banskanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banskanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banskanta
- Where is Banskanta located?
- Banskanta village is situated in Bagbahra Tehsil, within the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banskanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banskanta is Baghmuda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banskanta?
- The pincode of Banskanta is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banskanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banskanta is 380, with 194 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Banskanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banskanta village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banskanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banskanta is 53.95%. The male literacy rate is 65.98%, while the female literacy rate is 41.40%.