Banshkona
Banshkona is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.6km away from sub-district headquarter Salbani. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Banshkona village. As per 2009 stats, Lalgeria is the gram panchayat of Banshkona village.
Here you can discover what makes Banshkona unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Banshkona’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 Banshkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banshkona is 338766. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.36 hectares. Medinipur is nearest town to Banshkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Banshkona 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 Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Banshkona
Population of Banshkona
According to the 2011 Census, Banshkona has a total population of about 529, with approximately 272 males and 257 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 504 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.51%, with male literacy at about 74.26% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banshkona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 529 | 272 | 257 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 257 | 247 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 373 | 202 | 171 |
Illiterate Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
Connectivity of Banshkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banshkona. As per the 2011 stats, Banshkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banshkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Banshkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banshkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banshkona
- Where is Banshkona located?
- Banshkona village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banshkona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banshkona is Lalgeria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Banshkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banshkona is 529, with 272 males and 257 females.
- How many households are there in Banshkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banshkona village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banshkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banshkona is 70.51%. The male literacy rate is 74.26%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.