Banka

Banka is a village located in Chandia tehsil of Umaria district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chandia (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Umaria. As per 2009 stats, Banka village is also a gram panchayat.

Banka has its own place in the vibrant Umaria 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 467700. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.47 hectares. Chandia is nearest town to Banka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 1,103 565 538
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 185 91 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 57 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 606 320 286
Literate Population 616 379 237
Illiterate Population 487 186 301

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

  • The total population of Banka village is around 1,103, including approximately 565 males and 538 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Banka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banka village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 606 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Banka village is about 55.85%, with male literacy at 67.08% and female literacy at 44.05%.
  • There are around 260 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 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 Chandia Tehsil, within the Umaria 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 1,103, with 565 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banka village has a total of 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banka is 55.85%. The male literacy rate is 67.08%, while the female literacy rate is 44.05%.