Banshi

Banshi is a village located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.8km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Banshi village. As per 2009 stats, Indpur is the gram panchayat of Banshi village.

Here you can discover what makes Banshi unique in its vibrant Indpur-Bankura region. You’ll see Banshi’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 Banshi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banshi is 326779. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722136. Bankura is nearest town to Banshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banshi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bankura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Banshi

Population of Banshi

According to the 2011 Census, Banshi has a total population of about 972, with approximately 497 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 719 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 62. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.57%, with male literacy at about 66.40% and female literacy near 38.11%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Banshi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banshi. As per the 2011 stats, Banshi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Banshi

Knowing the nearby villages of Banshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banshi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banshi