Banshi Chak
Banshi Chak is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Banshi Chak village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Porolda is the gram panchayat of Banshi Chak village.
Here you can discover what makes Banshi Chak unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Banshi Chak’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 Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banshi Chak is 343989. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721443. Egra is nearest town to Banshi Chak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Banshi Chak
Population of Banshi Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Banshi Chak has a total population of about 1,639, with approximately 817 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 149 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 184. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.85%, with male literacy at about 83.48% and female literacy near 72.26%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banshi Chak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 817 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 88 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 84 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 682 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 135 | 228 |
Connectivity of Banshi Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banshi Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Banshi Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banshi Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Banshi Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banshi Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banshi Chak
- Where is Banshi Chak located?
- Banshi Chak village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banshi Chak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banshi Chak is Porolda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banshi Chak?
- The pincode of Banshi Chak is 721443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banshi Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banshi Chak is 1,639, with 817 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Banshi Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banshi Chak village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banshi Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banshi Chak is 77.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.48%, while the female literacy rate is 72.26%.