Bankat

Bankat is a village located in Barauli subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Barauli (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Sarafra is the gram panchayat of Bankat village.

Bankat has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj 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 Bankat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankat is 231096. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares. Barauli is nearest town to Bankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Bankat

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,598 775 823
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 283 137 146
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 15 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 854 493 361
Illiterate Population 744 282 462

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

  • The total population of Bankat village is around 1,598, including approximately 775 males and 823 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 283 children aged 0–6 years in Bankat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bankat village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bankat village is about 53.44%, with male literacy at 63.61% and female literacy at 43.86%.
  • There are around 298 households in Bankat village.

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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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 Barauli Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankat is Sarafra (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 1,598, with 775 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 53.44%. The male literacy rate is 63.61%, while the female literacy rate is 43.86%.