Bankapalas
Bankapalas is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bankapalas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankapalas unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Bankapalas’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 Bankapalas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankapalas is 423829. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Bankapalas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Bankapalas
Population of Bankapalas
According to the 2011 Census, Bankapalas has a total population of about 756, with approximately 360 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 1100 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 652. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.76%, with male literacy at about 50.83% and female literacy near 27.78%. There are around 191 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankapalas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 360 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 45 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 306 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 183 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 177 | 286 |
Connectivity of Bankapalas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankapalas. As per the 2011 stats, Bankapalas 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 Bankapalas
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankapalas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankapalas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankapalas
- Where is Bankapalas located?
- Bankapalas village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankapalas?
- Bankapalas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bankapalas?
- The pincode of Bankapalas is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankapalas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankapalas is 756, with 360 males and 396 females.
- How many households are there in Bankapalas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankapalas village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankapalas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankapalas is 38.76%. The male literacy rate is 50.83%, while the female literacy rate is 27.78%.