Bankual - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Bankual is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Dangamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankual village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankual is 395799. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bankual village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankual
According to the 2011 Census, Bankual village had a total population of 234 people, including 103 males and 131 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,272 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.75%, with male literacy at 84.52% and female literacy at 67.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 103 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 13 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Bankual
Bankual is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bankual
Bankual is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Bankual is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Bankual is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankual
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankual village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bankual
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankual village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bankual
Where is Bankual located?
Bankual village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bankual?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankual is Dangamal.
What is the pincode of Bankual?
The pincode of Bankual is 754248.
What is the population of Bankual?
Bankual had a total population of 234, including 103 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Bankual?
Bankual had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankual?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankual was 74.75%. Male literacy was 84.52% and female literacy was 67.80%.