Bankapala
Bankapala is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Deypur is the gram panchayat of Bankapala village.
Bankapala has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Bankapala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankapala is 424091. The village spans a total geographical area of 279 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766013. Junagarh is nearest town to Bankapala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Bankapala
Population of Bankapala
Below is a concise population overview of Bankapala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,338 | 1,097 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 238 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 144 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 739 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 358 | 672 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bankapala village:
- The total population of Bankapala village is around 2,338, including approximately 1,097 males and 1,241 females, with a sex ratio of 1131 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 259 children aged 0–6 years in Bankapala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bankapala village has 483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 315 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bankapala village is about 55.95%, with male literacy at 67.37% and female literacy at 45.85%.
- There are around 563 households in Bankapala village.
Connectivity of Bankapala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankapala. As per the 2011 stats, Bankapala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankapala
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankapala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankapala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankapala
- Where is Bankapala located?
- Bankapala village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankapala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankapala is Deypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bankapala?
- The pincode of Bankapala is 766013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankapala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankapala is 2,338, with 1,097 males and 1,241 females.
- How many households are there in Bankapala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankapala village has a total of 563 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankapala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankapala is 55.95%. The male literacy rate is 67.37%, while the female literacy rate is 45.85%.