Bankote
Bankote is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Bankote village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankote unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Bankote’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 Bankote
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankote is 004535. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Bankote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Bankote
Population of Bankote
According to the 2011 Census, Bankote has a total population of about 1,860, with approximately 988 males and 872 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 408. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.65%, with male literacy at about 58.60% and female literacy near 41.63%. There are around 404 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankote's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,860 | 988 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 221 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 579 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 409 | 509 |
Connectivity of Bankote
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankote. As per the 2011 stats, Bankote had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankote
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankote helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankote.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankote
- Where is Bankote located?
- Bankote village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankote?
- Bankote serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bankote?
- The pincode of Bankote is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankote is 1,860, with 988 males and 872 females.
- How many households are there in Bankote as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankote village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankote as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankote is 50.65%. The male literacy rate is 58.60%, while the female literacy rate is 41.63%.