Bankhor

Bankhor is a village located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Parbhenvali is the gram panchayat of Bankhor village.

Bankhor has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Bankhor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankhor is 565975. The village spans a total geographical area of 574 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416701. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Bankhor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bankhor 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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bankhor

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 247 110 137
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 9 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 185 97 88
Illiterate Population 62 13 49

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

  • The total population of Bankhor village is around 247, including approximately 110 males and 137 females, with a sex ratio of 1245 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Bankhor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Bankhor village is about 74.90%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 64.23%.
  • There are around 77 households in Bankhor village.

Connectivity of Bankhor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankhor. As per the 2011 stats, Bankhor 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bankhor

Knowing the nearby villages of Bankhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankhor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bankhor

Where is Bankhor located?
Bankhor village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankhor is Parbhenvali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bankhor?
The pincode of Bankhor is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankhor is 247, with 110 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bankhor village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankhor is 74.90%. The male literacy rate is 88.18%, while the female literacy rate is 64.23%.