Bankipur - Gop, Puri
Bankipur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nagapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankipur is 409464. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bankipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bankipur village had a total population of 71 people, including 36 males and 35 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 10 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Bankipur
Bankipur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Solapur | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Kosalada | West | 0.60 km |
| Kushinga | North | 0.61 km |
| Tilipadagarh | West | 1.22 km |
| Sobhanpur | North | 1.23 km |
| Golapur | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Parichadhei | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Bedapur | East | 1.82 km |
| Siso | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Mallagan | South | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankipur
Bankipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nimapada to Bankipur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bankipur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bankipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankipur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bankipur
Where is Bankipur located?
Bankipur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bankipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankipur is Nagapur.
What is the pincode of Bankipur?
The pincode of Bankipur is 752110.
What is the population of Bankipur?
Bankipur had a total population of 71, including 36 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bankipur?
Bankipur had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankipur was 67.74%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 53.33%.