Bankuri - Astaranga, Puri
Bankuri is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Korana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankuri is 409263. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Bankuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankuri
As per Census 2011, Bankuri village has a total population of 586 people, consisting of 304 males and 282 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 586 | 304 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 243 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 61 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Bankuri
Bankuri 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 Bankuri
Bankuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Bankuri is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bankuri is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bankuri
Where is Bankuri located?
Bankuri village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankuri is Korana.
What is the pincode of Bankuri?
The pincode of Bankuri is 752109.
What is the population of Bankuri?
Bankuri has a total population of 586, including 304 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Bankuri?
There are 128 households in Bankuri.
What is the literacy rate in Bankuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankuri is 71.16%. Male literacy is 79.93% and female literacy is 61.70%.