Kansara - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kansara is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Bandgano and around 43 km from Chaibasa. Nakti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansara is 377232. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Kansara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansara
According to the 2011 Census, Kansara village had a total population of 795 people, including 370 males and 425 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.04%, with male literacy at 69.26% and female literacy at 32.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 776.
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 | 795 | 370 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 364 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 196 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 174 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Kansara
Kansara 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 Kansara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kansara. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kansara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kansara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kansara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kansara
Where is Kansara located?
Kansara village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansara is Nakti.
What is the pincode of Kansara?
The pincode of Kansara is 833201.
What is the population of Kansara?
Kansara had a total population of 795, including 370 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Kansara?
Kansara had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansara was 49.04%. Male literacy was 69.26% and female literacy was 32.46%.