Bansikar
Bansikar is a village located in Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Baragaon (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Ekma is the gram panchayat of Bansikar village.
Here you can discover what makes Bansikar unique in its vibrant Baragaon-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Bansikar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bansikar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bansikar is 384067. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770016. Sundargarh is nearest town to Bansikar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Bansikar
Population of Bansikar
According to the 2011 Census, Bansikar has a total population of about 548, with approximately 275 males and 273 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 366. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.39%, with male literacy at about 62.55% and female literacy near 50.18%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bansikar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 275 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 59 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 188 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 172 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 103 | 136 |
Connectivity of Bansikar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bansikar. As per the 2011 stats, Bansikar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bansikar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bansikar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bansikar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bansikar
- Where is Bansikar located?
- Bansikar village is situated in Baragaon Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bansikar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bansikar is Ekma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bansikar?
- The pincode of Bansikar is 770016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bansikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bansikar is 548, with 275 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Bansikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bansikar village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bansikar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bansikar is 56.39%. The male literacy rate is 62.55%, while the female literacy rate is 50.18%.