Banaspol - Barasat - II, North 24 Parganas
Banaspol is a village situated in the Barasat - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.4 km from Krishnapur. Chandigarh-rohanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banaspol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banaspol is 323236. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.9 hectares and falls under the 700155 pincode. Madhyamgram is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Banaspol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhyamgram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barasat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banaspol
As per Census 2011, Banaspol village has a total population of 2,240 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,049 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,622 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banaspol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,240 | 1,191 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 910 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 281 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Banaspol
Banaspol 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 Banaspol
Banaspol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Banaspol has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhyamgram to Banaspol is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banaspol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banaspol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Banaspol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banaspol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banaspol
Where is Banaspol located?
Banaspol village is located in Barasat - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banaspol?
The Gram Panchayat of Banaspol is Chandigarh-rohanda.
What is the pincode of Banaspol?
The pincode of Banaspol is 700155.
What is the population of Banaspol?
Banaspol has a total population of 2,240, including 1,191 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Banaspol?
There are 455 households in Banaspol.
What is the literacy rate in Banaspol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banaspol is 72.41%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 67.87%.