Banshraya

Banshraya is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 38.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Sonaijuri is the gram panchayat of Banshraya village.

Banshraya has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banshraya

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banshraya is 330597. The village spans a total geographical area of 429.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723132. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Banshraya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Banshraya

Below is a concise population overview of Banshraya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 983 488 495
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 124 64 60
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 894 438 456
Literate Population 646 366 280
Illiterate Population 337 122 215

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banshraya village:

  • The total population of Banshraya village is around 983, including approximately 488 males and 495 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Banshraya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banshraya village has 894 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banshraya village is about 65.72%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 56.57%.
  • There are around 192 households in Banshraya village.

Connectivity of Banshraya

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banshraya. As per the 2011 stats, Banshraya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banshraya

Knowing the nearby villages of Banshraya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banshraya.

Kalyandi Kalyajhor Jihurbana Panrasol Chuna Dalanbani Rudra Jorapukur Alias Sitarampur Bhabanipur Bar Ahartor Daldali

Frequently Asked Questions about Banshraya

Where is Banshraya located?
Banshraya village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshraya?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshraya is Sonaijuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banshraya?
The pincode of Banshraya is 723132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banshraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banshraya is 983, with 488 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Banshraya as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banshraya village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banshraya as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banshraya is 65.72%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.57%.