Bankat

Bankat is a village located in Kesaria subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kesaria (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Dhekahan is the gram panchayat of Bankat village.

Bankat has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 218215. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.2 hectares. Kesaria 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 1,799 955 844
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 341 178 163
Scheduled Castes (SC) 430 219 211
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 937 581 356
Illiterate Population 862 374 488

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

  • The total population of Bankat village is around 1,799, including approximately 955 males and 844 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Bankat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bankat village has 430 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bankat village is about 52.08%, with male literacy at 60.84% and female literacy at 42.18%.
  • There are around 390 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Bhagwatia Baisakhwa Khap Lohar Gawan Phultakiya Derwa Bankat Mafi Mathiya Bathna Jagirha Bijdhari Nizamat Sundarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Bankat

Where is Bankat located?
Bankat village is situated in Kesaria Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankat is Dhekahan (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 1,799, with 955 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 52.08%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 42.18%.