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.
Here you can discover what makes Bankapala unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Bankapala’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bankapala has a total population of about 2,338, with approximately 1,097 males and 1,241 females. The sex ratio is around 1131 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 259 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 483 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 315. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.95%, with male literacy at about 67.37% and female literacy near 45.85%. There are around 563 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankapala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.