Bankat
Bankat is a village located in Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chanpatia (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bankat Puraina is the gram panchayat of Bankat village.
Here you can discover what makes Bankat unique in its vibrant Chanpatia-Pashchim Champaran 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 217162. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.3 hectares. Chanpatia is nearest town to Bankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Bankat
Population of Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Bankat has a total population of about 3,413, with approximately 1,766 males and 1,647 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 788 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 679 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.13%, with male literacy at about 50.51% and female literacy near 33.15%. There are around 648 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 | 3,413 | 1,766 | 1,647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 788 | 403 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 352 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 892 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,975 | 874 | 1,101 |
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 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 Chanpatia Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankat is Bankat Puraina (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 3,413, with 1,766 males and 1,647 females.
- How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 648 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 42.13%. The male literacy rate is 50.51%, while the female literacy rate is 33.15%.