Bankel
Bankel is a village located in Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Madanpur Rampur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bamak is the gram panchayat of Bankel village.
Here you can discover what makes Bankel unique in its vibrant Madanpur Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Bankel’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 Bankel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankel is 422592. The village spans a total geographical area of 385 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766102. Kesinga is nearest town to Bankel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Bankel
Population of Bankel
According to the 2011 Census, Bankel has a total population of about 850, with approximately 429 males and 421 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 70. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.76%, with male literacy at about 61.54% and female literacy near 41.81%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 429 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 264 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 165 | 245 |
Connectivity of Bankel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankel. As per the 2011 stats, Bankel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankel
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankel
- Where is Bankel located?
- Bankel village is situated in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bankel is Bamak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bankel?
- The pincode of Bankel is 766102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankel is 850, with 429 males and 421 females.
- How many households are there in Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankel village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankel is 51.76%. The male literacy rate is 61.54%, while the female literacy rate is 41.81%.