Bankia - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Bankia is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Subalaya and around 31 km from Subarnapur. Mursundhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankia is 419462. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bankia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankia
According to the 2011 Census, Bankia village had a total population of 483 people, including 257 males and 226 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 91.28% and female literacy at 71.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 483 | 257 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 199 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bankia
Bankia 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 Bankia
Bankia 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Bankia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Bankia is about 31 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 Bankia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bankia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankia
Where is Bankia located?
Bankia village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankia is Mursundhi.
What is the pincode of Bankia?
The pincode of Bankia is 767018.
What is the population of Bankia?
Bankia had a total population of 483, including 257 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Bankia?
Bankia had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankia was 82.08%. Male literacy was 91.28% and female literacy was 71.79%.