Bankat
Bankat is a village located in Motihari subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from Motihari, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bankat village. As per 2009 stats, Chandrahiya is the gram panchayat of Bankat village.
Here you can discover what makes Bankat unique in its vibrant Motihari-Purba 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 217958. The village spans a total geographical area of 348 hectares. Motihari is nearest town to Bankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Bankat
Population of Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Bankat has a total population of about 3,777, with approximately 2,019 males and 1,758 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 749 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,604 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.86%, with male literacy at about 43.24% and female literacy near 31.68%. There are around 764 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 | 3,777 | 2,019 | 1,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 749 | 413 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,604 | 859 | 745 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,430 | 873 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,347 | 1,146 | 1,201 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankat
- Where is Bankat located?
- Bankat village is situated in Motihari Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankat is Chandrahiya (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 3,777, with 2,019 males and 1,758 females.
- How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 764 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 37.86%. The male literacy rate is 43.24%, while the female literacy rate is 31.68%.