Bankoot - Banihal, Ramban
Bankoot is a village situated in the Banihal tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banihal and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Ramban. Bankote serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bankoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankoot is 004535. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.9 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bankoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankoot
According to the 2011 Census, Bankoot village had a total population of 1,860 people, including 988 males and 872 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.79%, with male literacy at 66.94% and female literacy at 47.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 408.
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 | 1,860 | 988 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 221 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 579 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 409 | 509 |
Nearby Villages of Bankoot
Bankoot 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 Bankoot
Bankoot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bankoot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banihal to Bankoot is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Bankoot is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bankoot
Where is Bankoot located?
Bankoot village is located in Banihal Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bankoot?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bankoot is Bankote.
What is the pincode of Bankoot?
The pincode of Bankoot is 182146.
What is the population of Bankoot?
Bankoot had a total population of 1,860, including 988 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Bankoot?
Bankoot had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankoot was 57.79%. Male literacy was 66.94% and female literacy was 47.45%.