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
According to the 2011 Census, Bankuri village had a total population of 586 people, including 304 males and 282 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 71.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 586 | 304 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 586, including 304 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Bankuri?
Bankuri had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankuri was 80.04%. Male literacy was 88.04% and female literacy was 71.02%.