Banka
Banka is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Shaligram Ram Narayanpur(hunterganj). Chatra is the district headquarter of Banka village. As per 2009 stats, Jabra is the gram panchayat of Banka village.
Here you can discover what makes Banka unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra region. You’ll see Banka’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 Banka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banka is 348035. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825420. Shaligram Ram Narayanpur is nearest town to Banka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Banka
Population of Banka
According to the 2011 Census, Banka has a total population of about 1,748, with approximately 875 males and 873 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 388 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.36%, with male literacy at about 50.51% and female literacy near 28.18%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,748 | 875 | 873 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 192 | 196 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 688 | 442 | 246 |
Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 433 | 627 |
Connectivity of Banka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banka. As per the 2011 stats, Banka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banka
Knowing the nearby villages of Banka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banka
- Where is Banka located?
- Banka village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banka is Jabra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banka?
- The pincode of Banka is 825420, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banka is 1,748, with 875 males and 873 females.
- How many households are there in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banka village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banka is 39.36%. The male literacy rate is 50.51%, while the female literacy rate is 28.18%.