Bankatira - Remuna, Balasore
Bankatira is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 12 km from Baleshwar. Nizampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankatira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankatira is 392649. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 756003 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bankatira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankatira
According to the 2011 Census, Bankatira village had a total population of 762 people, including 396 males and 366 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.48%, with male literacy at 94.89% and female literacy at 81.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 671.
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 | 762 | 396 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 342 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 334 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 62 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bankatira
Bankatira 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 Bankatira
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bankatira. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bankatira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baleshwar to Bankatira is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bankatira is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankatira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankatira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bankatira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankatira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankatira
Where is Bankatira located?
Bankatira village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankatira?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankatira is Nizampur.
What is the pincode of Bankatira?
The pincode of Bankatira is 756003.
What is the population of Bankatira?
Bankatira had a total population of 762, including 396 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Bankatira?
Bankatira had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankatira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankatira was 88.48%. Male literacy was 94.89% and female literacy was 81.74%.