Bankel
Bankel is a village located in Saintala tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Saintala (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Chalki is the gram panchayat of Bankel village.
Here you can discover what makes Bankel unique in its vibrant Saintala-Balangir region. You’ll see Bankel’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 Bankel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankel is 421118. The village spans a total geographical area of 302 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767037. Kantabanji is nearest town to Bankel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Bankel
Population of Bankel
According to the 2011 Census, Bankel has a total population of about 254, with approximately 126 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 157. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.94%, with male literacy at about 57.14% and female literacy near 25.00%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 71 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 72 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 54 | 96 |
Connectivity of Bankel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankel. As per the 2011 stats, Bankel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankel
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankel
- Where is Bankel located?
- Bankel village is situated in Saintala Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankel is Chalki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bankel?
- The pincode of Bankel is 767037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankel is 254, with 126 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankel village has a total of 77 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankel is 40.94%. The male literacy rate is 57.14%, while the female literacy rate is 25.00%.