Khap Bankat - Nautan, Siwan
Khap Bankat is a village situated in the Nautan subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautan and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Khap Banakat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khap Bankat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khap Bankat is 231295. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 841243 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khap Bankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khap Bankat
As per Census 2011, Khap Bankat village has a total population of 6,204 people, consisting of 3,035 males and 3,169 females. The village has 1,015 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,081 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,351 literate and 2,853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 434 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khap Bankat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,204 | 3,035 | 3,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,081 | 546 | 535 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,237 | 589 | 648 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 434 | 208 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 3,351 | 1,913 | 1,438 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,853 | 1,122 | 1,731 |
Nearby Villages of Khap Bankat
Khap Bankat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khap Bankat
Khap Bankat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khap Bankat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Khap Bankat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Khap Bankat is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khap Bankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khap Bankat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khap Bankat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khap Bankat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khap Bankat
Where is Khap Bankat located?
Khap Bankat village is located in Nautan Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khap Bankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Khap Bankat is Khap Banakat.
What is the pincode of Khap Bankat?
The pincode of Khap Bankat is 841243.
What is the population of Khap Bankat?
Khap Bankat has a total population of 6,204, including 3,035 males and 3,169 females.
How many households are there in Khap Bankat?
There are 1,015 households in Khap Bankat.
What is the literacy rate in Khap Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khap Bankat is 54.01%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 45.38%.