Banka

Banka is a village located in Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Harrai (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Banka village is also a gram panchayat.

Banka has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Banka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banka is 494068. The village spans a total geographical area of 776.96 hectares. Harrai is nearest town to Banka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Banka

Below is a concise population overview of Banka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 981 479 502
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 155 83 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 37 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 702 345 357
Literate Population 512 281 231
Illiterate Population 469 198 271

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banka village:

  • The total population of Banka village is around 981, including approximately 479 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Banka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banka village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 702 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banka village is about 52.19%, with male literacy at 58.66% and female literacy at 46.02%.
  • There are around 195 households in Banka village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Banka

Where is Banka located?
Banka village is situated in Harrai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banka?
Banka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Banka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banka is 981, with 479 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banka village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banka is 52.19%. The male literacy rate is 58.66%, while the female literacy rate is 46.02%.