Banskupi - Palojori, Deoghar
Banskupi is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Simalgarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banskupi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banskupi is 355565. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.78 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Banskupi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banskupi
As per Census 2011, Banskupi village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 238 males and 208 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banskupi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 92 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 158 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 80 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Banskupi
Banskupi 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 Banskupi
Banskupi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Banskupi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banskupi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banskupi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banskupi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banskupi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banskupi
Where is Banskupi located?
Banskupi village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banskupi?
The Gram Panchayat of Banskupi is Simalgarha.
What is the pincode of Banskupi?
The pincode of Banskupi is 814146.
What is the population of Banskupi?
Banskupi has a total population of 446, including 238 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Banskupi?
There are 85 households in Banskupi.
What is the literacy rate in Banskupi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banskupi is 56.28%. Male literacy is 66.39% and female literacy is 44.71%.