Bansukli - Jaisinghnagar, Shahdol
Bansukli is a village situated in the Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaisinghnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bansukali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansukli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansukli is 501186. The village covers a total geographical area of 1782 hectares and falls under the 484771 pincode. Jaisinghnagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bansukli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bansukli
As per Census 2011, Bansukli village has a total population of 1,813 people, consisting of 930 males and 883 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 914 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 846 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bansukli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,813 | 930 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 137 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 222 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 846 | 440 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 542 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 388 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Bansukli
Bansukli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudariya Tola | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kunda Tola | South | 3.21 km |
| Domhar | West | 4.78 km |
| Charhet | South | 5.43 km |
| Pondi | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Budhsar | South-West | 6.56 km |
| Khadgadi | North-West | 6.82 km |
| Ratga | South | 7.75 km |
| Patharwar | South | 7.92 km |
| Pateriya Tola | South-West | 8.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bansukli
Bansukli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Duvri Kalan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jaisinghnagar to Bansukli is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bansukli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansukli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansukli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bansukli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansukli 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 Bansukli
Where is Bansukli located?
Bansukli village is located in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bansukli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansukli is Bansukali.
What is the pincode of Bansukli?
The pincode of Bansukli is 484771.
What is the population of Bansukli?
Bansukli has a total population of 1,813, including 930 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Bansukli?
There are 446 households in Bansukli.
What is the literacy rate in Bansukli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansukli is 50.41%. Male literacy is 58.28% and female literacy is 42.13%.