Banka

Banka is a village located in Deoghar subdivision of Deoghar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from Deoghar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Banka village. As per 2009 stats, Khoripanan is the gram panchayat of Banka village.

Here you can discover what makes Banka unique in its vibrant Deoghar 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 352971. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814142. Deoghar is nearest town to Banka village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Banka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Godda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Banka

Population of Banka

According to the 2011 Census, Banka has a total population of about 1,091, with approximately 568 males and 523 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.15%, with male literacy at about 62.68% and female literacy near 38.62%. There are around 189 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.

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.

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