Bansia - Shyampur, Sehore
Bansia is a village situated in the Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shyampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Bansia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansia is 482720. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.93 hectares and falls under the 466651 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bansia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansia
As per Census 2011, Bansia village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 473 males and 449 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 473 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 301 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 172 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Bansia
Bansia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pili Karar | North | 1.43 km |
| Pater | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Barnawad | East | 2.14 km |
| Gawa | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Parason | North | 3.87 km |
| Durgaon | South | 4.14 km |
| Vikrampur | East | 4.15 km |
| Satanwadi | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Gonda Khedi | North-East | 4.82 km |
| Mendora | East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bansia
Bansia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kachnaria, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narsinghgarh to Bansia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Bansia 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 Bansia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bansia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bansia
Where is Bansia located?
Bansia village is located in Shyampur Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansia?
Bansia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bansia?
The pincode of Bansia is 466651.
What is the population of Bansia?
Bansia has a total population of 922, including 473 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Bansia?
There are 207 households in Bansia.
What is the literacy rate in Bansia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansia is 49.24%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 34.08%.