Bankei

Bankei is a village located in Mahulpalli tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mahulpalli (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bankey is the gram panchayat of Bankei village.

Bankei has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bankei

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankei is 381420. The village spans a total geographical area of 745 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768227. Kochinda is nearest town to Bankei village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Bankei

Below is a concise population overview of Bankei as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,160 569 591
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 52 68
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 83 74
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 620 302 318
Literate Population 789 459 330
Illiterate Population 371 110 261

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bankei village:

  • The total population of Bankei village is around 1,160, including approximately 569 males and 591 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Bankei village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bankei village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 620 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bankei village is about 68.02%, with male literacy at 80.67% and female literacy at 55.84%.
  • There are around 338 households in Bankei village.

Connectivity of Bankei

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankei. As per the 2011 stats, Bankei had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bankei

Knowing the nearby villages of Bankei helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankei.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bankei

Where is Bankei located?
Bankei village is situated in Mahulpalli Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankei?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankei is Bankey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bankei?
The pincode of Bankei is 768227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bankei as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankei is 1,160, with 569 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Bankei as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bankei village has a total of 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankei as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankei is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 80.67%, while the female literacy rate is 55.84%.