Banarsi-I (Banarsi) - Arang, Raipur
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Banarasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is 444457. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.04 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
As per Census 2011, Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village has a total population of 3,672 people, consisting of 1,795 males and 1,877 females. The village has 712 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 562 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,199 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banarsi-I (Banarsi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,672 | 1,795 | 1,877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 562 | 280 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 291 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,199 | 1,263 | 936 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 532 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bana-1 (bana) | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Ranisagar | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Kusmund | East | 2.95 km |
| Tulsi-i (tulsi) | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Chaparid (chaprid) | South | 3.74 km |
| Paraskol | West | 3.77 km |
| Samoda | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Parsada-2 (parsada) | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Rasota | East | 4.43 km |
| Deori-1 (deori) | South-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Banarsi-I (Banarsi)
Where is Banarsi-I (Banarsi) located?
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is Banarasi.
What is the pincode of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)?
The pincode of Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is 493225.
What is the population of Banarsi-I (Banarsi)?
Banarsi-I (Banarsi) has a total population of 3,672, including 1,795 males and 1,877 females.
How many households are there in Banarsi-I (Banarsi)?
There are 712 households in Banarsi-I (Banarsi).
What is the literacy rate in Banarsi-I (Banarsi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banarsi-I (Banarsi) is 59.89%. Male literacy is 70.36% and female literacy is 49.87%.