Bankat
Bankat is a village located in Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Agiaon (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Khopira is the gram panchayat of Bankat village.
Here you can discover what makes Bankat unique in its vibrant Agiaon-Bhojpur region. You’ll see Bankat’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 Bankat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankat is 247604. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares. Arrah is nearest town to Bankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Bankat
Population of Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Bankat has a total population of about 1,346, with approximately 686 males and 660 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 560 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.18%, with male literacy at about 72.45% and female literacy near 51.52%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 686 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 296 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 497 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 189 | 320 |
Connectivity of Bankat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankat. As per the 2011 stats, Bankat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankat
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankat
- Where is Bankat located?
- Bankat village is situated in Agiaon Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankat is Khopira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankat is 1,346, with 686 males and 660 females.
- How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 62.18%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 51.52%.