Bankat - Bilaspur, Yamunanagar
Bankat is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Yamunanagar district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilaspur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Yamunanagar. Bankat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankat is 058055. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 135102 pincode. Yamuna Nagar is the nearest town.
Bankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadhaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Bankat village had a total population of 459 people, including 244 males and 215 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 80.18% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 244 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 174 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 70 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bankat
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 Bankat
Bankat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yamunanagar to Bankat is about 30 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 Bankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Bankat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankat
Where is Bankat located?
Bankat village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Yamunanagar district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
Bankat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bankat?
The pincode of Bankat is 135102.
What is the population of Bankat?
Bankat had a total population of 459, including 244 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Bankat?
Bankat had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankat was 74.27%. Male literacy was 80.18% and female literacy was 67.69%.