Bankat
Bankat is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Bankat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bankat unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Bankat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bankat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankat is 201217. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.69 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Bankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Bankat
Population of Bankat
According to the 2011 Census, Bankat has a total population of about 1,746, with approximately 850 males and 896 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 593 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.16%, with male literacy at about 69.53% and female literacy near 49.33%. There are around 256 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,746 | 850 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 292 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 591 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 259 | 454 |
Connectivity of Bankat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bankat. As per the 2011 stats, Bankat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bankat
Knowing the nearby villages of Bankat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bankat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bankat
- Where is Bankat located?
- Bankat village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bankat?
- Bankat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankat is 1,746, with 850 males and 896 females.
- How many households are there in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bankat village has a total of 256 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankat is 59.16%. The male literacy rate is 69.53%, while the female literacy rate is 49.33%.