Bankal
Bankal is a village located in Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargaon (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Bankal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankal unique in its vibrant Dongargaon-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Bankal’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 Bankal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankal is 441096. The village spans a total geographical area of 594.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491441. Rajnandgaon is nearest town to Bankal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Bankal
Population of Bankal
According to the 2011 Census, Bankal has a total population of about 1,524, with approximately 770 males and 754 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 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 69.88%, with male literacy at about 77.01% and female literacy near 62.60%. There are around 300 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 770 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 102 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 193 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 593 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 177 | 282 |
Connectivity of Bankal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankal. As per the 2011 stats, Bankal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Bankal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankal
- Where is Bankal located?
- Bankal village is situated in Dongargaon Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankal?
- Bankal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bankal?
- The pincode of Bankal is 491441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankal is 1,524, with 770 males and 754 females.
- How many households are there in Bankal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankal village has a total of 300 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankal is 69.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.01%, while the female literacy rate is 62.60%.