Wankar

Wankar is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Katihar.

Wankar has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Wankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wankar is 225044. The village spans a total geographical area of 135 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Wankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

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Population of Wankar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 560 297 263
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 137 87 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 7 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 157 92 65
Illiterate Population 403 205 198

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

  • The total population of Wankar village is around 560, including approximately 297 males and 263 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Wankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wankar village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Wankar village is about 28.04%, with male literacy at 30.98% and female literacy at 24.71%.
  • There are around 121 households in Wankar village.

Connectivity of Wankar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wankar. As per the 2011 stats, Wankar 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wankar

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

Parmanandpur Baniatoli Manullahpur Kadam Gachhi Bagletagachh Sitalpur Milik Rahmanpur Singhia Bathna Alipur Hathanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Wankar

Where is Wankar located?
Wankar village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the population of Wankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wankar is 560, with 297 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Wankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wankar village has a total of 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wankar is 28.04%. The male literacy rate is 30.98%, while the female literacy rate is 24.71%.