Bankatwa
Bankatwa is a village located in Bankatwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Bankatwa (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Bankatwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankatwa unique in its vibrant Bankatwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Bankatwa’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 Bankatwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankatwa is 217757. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.3 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Bankatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Bankatwa
Population of Bankatwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bankatwa has a total population of about 4,963, with approximately 2,611 males and 2,352 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 960 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 859 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 39.23%, with male literacy at about 46.57% and female literacy near 31.08%. There are around 843 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankatwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,963 | 2,611 | 2,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 960 | 520 | 440 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 859 | 440 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,216 | 731 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,016 | 1,395 | 1,621 |
Connectivity of Bankatwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankatwa. As per the 2011 stats, Bankatwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bankatwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankatwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankatwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankatwa
- Where is Bankatwa located?
- Bankatwa village is situated in Bankatwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankatwa?
- Bankatwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bankatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankatwa is 4,963, with 2,611 males and 2,352 females.
- How many households are there in Bankatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankatwa village has a total of 843 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankatwa is 39.23%. The male literacy rate is 46.57%, while the female literacy rate is 31.08%.