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.

Banskanta has its own place in the vibrant Mahasamund 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 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.

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Population of Banskanta

Below is a concise population overview of Banskanta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banskanta village:

  • The total population of Banskanta village is around 380, including approximately 194 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Banskanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banskanta village has 380 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banskanta village is about 53.95%, with male literacy at 65.98% and female literacy at 41.40%.
  • There are around 105 households in Banskanta village.

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)
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.

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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%.