Bankual - Athmallik, Angul
Bankual is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Athmallik and around 115 km from Anugul . Luhasingha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankual village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankual is 404871. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bankual village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankual
As per Census 2011, Bankual village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 93 males and 106 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,139 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankual are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 18 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Bankual
Bankual is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bankual
Public transport in the Bankual is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athamallik to Bankual is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Bankual is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankual
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankual 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 Bankual
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankual village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankual
Where is Bankual located?
Bankual village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankual?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankual is Luhasingha.
What is the pincode of Bankual?
The pincode of Bankual is 759125.
What is the population of Bankual?
Bankual has a total population of 199, including 93 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bankual?
There are 49 households in Bankual.
What is the literacy rate in Bankual?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankual is 69.85%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 60.38%.