Banshipur - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Banshipur is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Jamanikola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banshipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banshipur is 357130. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Banshipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banshipur
According to the 2011 Census, Banshipur village had a total population of 882 people, including 428 males and 454 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.60%, with male literacy at 47.23% and female literacy at 36.55%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 428 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 145 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 283 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Banshipur
Banshipur 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 Banshipur
Public transport in the Banshipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Banshipur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banshipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banshipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banshipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banshipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banshipur
Where is Banshipur located?
Banshipur village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshipur is Jamanikola.
What is the pincode of Banshipur?
The pincode of Banshipur is 814155.
What is the population of Banshipur?
Banshipur had a total population of 882, including 428 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Banshipur?
Banshipur had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banshipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banshipur was 41.60%. Male literacy was 47.23% and female literacy was 36.55%.