Banskheda - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Banskheda is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Banskheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banskheda is 490987. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.22 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Banskheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banskheda
According to the 2011 Census, Banskheda village had a total population of 460 people, including 240 males and 220 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.30%, with male literacy at 91.86% and female literacy at 75.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 460 | 240 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 19 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 203 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 37 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Banskheda
Banskheda 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 Banskheda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Banskheda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Banskheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kareli to Banskheda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Banskheda is about 24 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 Banskheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banskheda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banskheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banskheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banskheda
Where is Banskheda located?
Banskheda village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Banskheda?
Banskheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Banskheda?
The pincode of Banskheda is 487661.
What is the population of Banskheda?
Banskheda had a total population of 460, including 240 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Banskheda?
Banskheda had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banskheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banskheda was 84.30%. Male literacy was 91.86% and female literacy was 75.65%.