Bhankalga
Bhankalga is a village located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Bankalaga is the gram panchayat of Bhankalga village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhankalga unique in its vibrant Afzalpur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Bhankalga’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 Bhankalga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhankalga is 620102. The village spans a total geographical area of 809.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585301. Afzalpur is nearest town to Bhankalga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bhankalga
Population of Bhankalga
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankalga has a total population of about 1,273, with approximately 667 males and 606 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 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 53.34%, with male literacy at about 62.37% and female literacy near 43.40%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhankalga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,273 | 667 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 114 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 679 | 416 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 251 | 343 |
Connectivity of Bhankalga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhankalga. As per the 2011 stats, Bhankalga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhankalga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhankalga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhankalga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhankalga
- Where is Bhankalga located?
- Bhankalga village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhankalga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhankalga is Bankalaga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhankalga?
- The pincode of Bhankalga is 585301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhankalga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhankalga is 1,273, with 667 males and 606 females.
- How many households are there in Bhankalga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhankalga village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhankalga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhankalga is 53.34%. The male literacy rate is 62.37%, while the female literacy rate is 43.40%.