Bankhor
Bankhor is a village located in Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from Himatnagar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bankhor village. As per 2009 stats, Bankhor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankhor unique in its vibrant Himatnagar-Sabar Kantha region. You’ll see Bankhor’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 Bankhor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankhor is 510515. The village spans a total geographical area of 674.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 383240. Himatnagar is nearest town to Bankhor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Bankhor
Population of Bankhor
According to the 2011 Census, Bankhor has a total population of about 1,187, with approximately 617 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 175 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.75%, with male literacy at about 80.88% and female literacy near 72.28%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankhor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 617 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 499 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 118 | 158 |
Connectivity of Bankhor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankhor. As per the 2011 stats, Bankhor 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankhor
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankhor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankhor
- Where is Bankhor located?
- Bankhor village is situated in Himatnagar Taluka, within the Sabar Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankhor?
- Bankhor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bankhor?
- The pincode of Bankhor is 383240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankhor is 1,187, with 617 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankhor village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankhor is 76.75%. The male literacy rate is 80.88%, while the female literacy rate is 72.28%.