Banakar

Banakar is a village located in Baniapur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baniapur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Harpur is the gram panchayat of Banakar village.

Banakar has its own place in the vibrant Saran 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 Banakar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banakar is 233104. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.51 hectares. Chapra is nearest town to Banakar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Banakar

Below is a concise population overview of Banakar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,060 520 540
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 90 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 308 157 151
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 45 21 24
Literate Population 541 299 242
Illiterate Population 519 221 298

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

  • The total population of Banakar village is around 1,060, including approximately 520 males and 540 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Banakar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banakar village has 308 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banakar village is about 51.04%, with male literacy at 57.50% and female literacy at 44.81%.
  • There are around 168 households in Banakar village.

Connectivity of Banakar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banakar. As per the 2011 stats, Banakar 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 Banakar

Knowing the nearby villages of Banakar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banakar.

Menruka Chandpur Birt Chandpur Paterhia Manikpura Karahi Pirari Nagdiha Jahangirpur Panrepur Chorauan

Frequently Asked Questions about Banakar

Where is Banakar located?
Banakar village is situated in Baniapur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banakar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banakar is Harpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Banakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banakar is 1,060, with 520 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Banakar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banakar village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banakar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banakar is 51.04%. The male literacy rate is 57.50%, while the female literacy rate is 44.81%.