Bankal
Bankal is a village located in Rajnandgaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from Rajnandgaon, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bankal village. As per 2009 stats, Paneka is the gram panchayat of Bankal village.
Bankal has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 Bankal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankal is 440847. The village spans a total geographical area of 296.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492112. Rajnandgaon is nearest town to Bankal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Bankal
Below is a concise population overview of Bankal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 595 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 484 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 111 | 211 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bankal village:
- The total population of Bankal village is around 1,168, including approximately 595 males and 573 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Bankal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bankal village has 220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bankal village is about 72.43%, with male literacy at 81.34% and female literacy at 63.18%.
- There are around 241 households in Bankal village.
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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 Rajnandgaon Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankal is Paneka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bankal?
- The pincode of Bankal is 492112, 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 1,168, with 595 males and 573 females.
- How many households are there in Bankal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankal village has a total of 241 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankal is 72.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.18%.