Bankeswarpur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Bankeswarpur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Ohittol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankeswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankeswarpur is 394029. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bankeswarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankeswarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bankeswarpur village had a total population of 228 people, including 121 males and 107 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.22%, with male literacy at 95.19% and female literacy at 74.75%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 99 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bankeswarpur
Bankeswarpur 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 Bankeswarpur
Bankeswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bankeswarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Bankeswarpur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bankeswarpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankeswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankeswarpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bankeswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankeswarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankeswarpur
Where is Bankeswarpur located?
Bankeswarpur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bankeswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankeswarpur is Ohittol.
What is the pincode of Bankeswarpur?
The pincode of Bankeswarpur is 756046.
What is the population of Bankeswarpur?
Bankeswarpur had a total population of 228, including 121 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Bankeswarpur?
Bankeswarpur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankeswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankeswarpur was 85.22%. Male literacy was 95.19% and female literacy was 74.75%.