Banskata (Banjkata) - Pithora, Mahasamund
Banskata (Banjkata) is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Badaipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banskata (Banjkata) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banskata (Banjkata) is 446327. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.4 hectares and falls under the 493449 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Banskata (Banjkata) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banskata (Banjkata)
As per Census 2011, Banskata (Banjkata) village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 284 males and 295 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banskata (Banjkata) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 284 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 223 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 61 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Banskata (Banjkata)
Banskata (Banjkata) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikaripali | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Mudagaon | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Bijarapali (banjkata) | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Badhaipali | North | 2.01 km |
| Gahanabhatha | South | 2.38 km |
| Kumharimuda | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Khedigaon | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Kausara | South | 2.98 km |
| Bitangipali | East | 2.98 km |
| Bhikhapali | South-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banskata (Banjkata)
Banskata (Banjkata) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Banskata (Banjkata) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Banskata (Banjkata) is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banskata (Banjkata)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banskata (Banjkata) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banskata (Banjkata)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banskata (Banjkata) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banskata (Banjkata)
Where is Banskata (Banjkata) located?
Banskata (Banjkata) village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banskata (Banjkata)?
The Gram Panchayat of Banskata (Banjkata) is Badaipali.
What is the pincode of Banskata (Banjkata)?
The pincode of Banskata (Banjkata) is 493449.
What is the population of Banskata (Banjkata)?
Banskata (Banjkata) has a total population of 579, including 284 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Banskata (Banjkata)?
There are 142 households in Banskata (Banjkata).
What is the literacy rate in Banskata (Banjkata)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banskata (Banjkata) is 67.01%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 55.93%.