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.
Bankapalas 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 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.
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Population of Bankapalas
Below is a concise population overview of Bankapalas 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bankapalas village:
- The total population of Bankapalas village is around 756, including approximately 360 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Bankapalas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bankapalas village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 652 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bankapalas village is about 38.76%, with male literacy at 50.83% and female literacy at 27.78%.
- There are around 191 households in Bankapalas village.
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%.