Bankatta - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Bankatta is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bankatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankatta is 203889. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.62 hectares and falls under the 275204 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bankatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankatta
As per Census 2011, Bankatta village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 437 males and 533 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,219 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 437 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 84 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 187 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 283 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 154 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Bankatta
Bankatta 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 Bankatta
Bankatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bankatta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Bankatta is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Bankatta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bankatta
Where is Bankatta located?
Bankatta village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankatta?
Bankatta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bankatta?
The pincode of Bankatta is 275204.
What is the population of Bankatta?
Bankatta has a total population of 970, including 437 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Bankatta?
There are 168 households in Bankatta.
What is the literacy rate in Bankatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankatta is 53.81%. Male literacy is 64.76% and female literacy is 44.84%.