Bansa
Bansa is a village located in Puncha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.9km away from sub-district headquarter Puncha (tehsildar office) and 51.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Jambad is the gram panchayat of Bansa village.
Here you can discover what makes Bansa unique in its vibrant Puncha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Bansa’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 Bansa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bansa is 331141. The village spans a total geographical area of 878.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Bansa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Bansa
Population of Bansa
According to the 2011 Census, Bansa has a total population of about 2,696, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,353 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 387 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,045. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.83%, with male literacy at about 75.73% and female literacy near 50.04%. There are around 522 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bansa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,696 | 1,343 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 182 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 143 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,045 | 527 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 1,694 | 1,017 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 326 | 676 |
Connectivity of Bansa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bansa. As per the 2011 stats, Bansa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bansa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bansa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bansa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bansa
- Where is Bansa located?
- Bansa village is situated in Puncha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bansa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bansa is Jambad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bansa?
- The pincode of Bansa is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bansa is 2,696, with 1,343 males and 1,353 females.
- How many households are there in Bansa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bansa village has a total of 522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bansa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bansa is 62.83%. The male literacy rate is 75.73%, while the female literacy rate is 50.04%.