Banshda - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Banshda is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Kharbandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banshda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banshda is 340551. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.79 hectares and falls under the 721513 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Banshda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banshda
As per Census 2011, Banshda village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 256 males and 231 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banshda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 206 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 50 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Banshda
Banshda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Banshda
Banshda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhargram to Banshda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banshda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banshda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banshda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banshda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banshda
Where is Banshda located?
Banshda village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshda?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshda is Kharbandhi.
What is the pincode of Banshda?
The pincode of Banshda is 721513.
What is the population of Banshda?
Banshda has a total population of 487, including 256 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Banshda?
There are 126 households in Banshda.
What is the literacy rate in Banshda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banshda is 77.00%. Male literacy is 80.47% and female literacy is 73.16%.