Bankata - Egarkund, Dhanbad
Bankata is a village situated in the Egarkund subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Dhanbad and around 48 km from Dhanbad. Kalimati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankata is 362167. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 828204 pincode. Chirkunda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bankata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nirsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bankata
Bankata is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhabkol | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Chelyagi | North | 1.92 km |
| Sarkuri | East | 2.15 km |
| Kamaliya | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Paraliya | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Gamarkuri | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Dulalsol | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Kesharkural | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Ghatkul | North | 3.61 km |
| Hadla | East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bankata. The nearest railway station is Kumardubi, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirkunda to Bankata is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhanbad to Bankata is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankata 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 Bankata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bankata
Where is Bankata located?
Bankata village is located in Egarkund Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankata?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankata is Kalimati.
What is the pincode of Bankata?
The pincode of Bankata is 828204.