Banshi
About Banshi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banshi village is 326779. Banshi village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 161.24 hectares. Banshi has a total population of 972 peoples, out of which male population is 497 while female population is 475. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banshi village is 52.57% out of which 66.40% males and 38.11% females are literate. There are about 217 houses in banshi village. Pincode of banshi village locality is 722136.
When it comes to administration, Banshi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Banshi village comes under Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to banshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Banshi
The population details of Banshi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 972 | 497 | 475 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 719 | 364 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 330 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 167 | 294 |
Connectivity of Banshi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banshi
Where is Banshi located?
Banshi village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshi is Indpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banshi?
The pincode of Banshi is 722136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banshi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banshi is 972, with 497 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Banshi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banshi village has a total of 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banshi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banshi is 52.57%. The male literacy rate is 66.40%, while the female literacy rate is 38.11%.