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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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) |
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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.
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%.