Banshkona
About Banshkona
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Banshkona village is 338766. Banshkona village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 79.36 hectares. Banshkona has a total population of 529 peoples, out of which male population is 272 while female population is 257. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of banshkona village is 70.51% out of which 74.26% males and 66.54% females are literate. There are about 107 houses in banshkona village.
When it comes to administration, Banshkona 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, Banshkona village comes under Salboni Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Medinipur is nearest town to banshkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Banshkona
The population details of Banshkona 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 | 529 | 272 | 257 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 504 | 257 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 373 | 202 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
Connectivity of Banshkona
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.