Vankat
Vankat is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Medhpur Bankat is the gram panchayat of Vankat village.
Here you can discover what makes Vankat unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Vankat’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 Vankat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vankat is 201456. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222165. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Vankat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
As per 2019 stats, Vankat village comes under Machhlishahr assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Vankat
Population of Vankat
According to the 2011 Census, Vankat has a total population of about 2,430, with approximately 1,164 males and 1,266 females. The sex ratio is around 1087 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 354 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 435 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 54.65%, with male literacy at about 65.64% and female literacy near 44.55%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vankat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,164 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 198 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 219 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 764 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 400 | 702 |
Connectivity of Vankat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vankat. As per the 2011 stats, Vankat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vankat
Knowing the nearby villages of Vankat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vankat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vankat
- Where is Vankat located?
- Vankat village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vankat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vankat is Medhpur Bankat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vankat?
- The pincode of Vankat is 222165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vankat is 2,430, with 1,164 males and 1,266 females.
- How many households are there in Vankat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vankat village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vankat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vankat is 54.65%. The male literacy rate is 65.64%, while the female literacy rate is 44.55%.