Bankata - Benipatti, Madhubani
Bankata is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Bankata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankata is 220308. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 847223 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bankata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankata
As per Census 2011, Bankata village has a total population of 2,853 people, consisting of 1,463 males and 1,390 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 1,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,853 | 1,463 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 284 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 240 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 907 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,294 | 556 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Bankata
Bankata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bankata
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madhubani to Bankata is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Bankata is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bankata
Where is Bankata located?
Bankata village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankata?
Bankata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bankata?
The pincode of Bankata is 847223.
What is the population of Bankata?
Bankata has a total population of 2,853, including 1,463 males and 1,390 females.
How many households are there in Bankata?
There are 592 households in Bankata.
What is the literacy rate in Bankata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankata is 54.64%. Male literacy is 62.00% and female literacy is 46.91%.