Banskhera
Banskhera is a village located in Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bajpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Banskhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Banskhera unique in its vibrant Bajpur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Banskhera’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 Banskhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banskhera is 055903. The village spans a total geographical area of 315.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262401. Bajpur is nearest town to Banskhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Banskhera
Population of Banskhera
According to the 2011 Census, Banskhera has a total population of about 1,452, with approximately 731 males and 721 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 196 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 735. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.23%, with male literacy at about 70.86% and female literacy near 47.43%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banskhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,452 | 731 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 100 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 356 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 518 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 213 | 379 |
Connectivity of Banskhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banskhera. As per the 2011 stats, Banskhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banskhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Banskhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banskhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banskhera
- Where is Banskhera located?
- Banskhera village is situated in Bajpur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banskhera?
- Banskhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Banskhera?
- The pincode of Banskhera is 262401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banskhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banskhera is 1,452, with 731 males and 721 females.
- How many households are there in Banskhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banskhera village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banskhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banskhera is 59.23%. The male literacy rate is 70.86%, while the female literacy rate is 47.43%.