Chak Bankat - Pindra, Varanasi
Chak Bankat is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Tilwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Bankat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Bankat is 208533. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.15 hectares and falls under the 221201 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chak Bankat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Bankat
As per Census 2011, Chak Bankat village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 69 males and 76 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 57 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Bankat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Bankat
Chak Bankat 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 Chak Bankat
Chak Bankat 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Chak Bankat is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Bankat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Bankat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Bankat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Bankat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chak Bankat
Where is Chak Bankat located?
Chak Bankat village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Bankat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Bankat is Tilwar.
What is the pincode of Chak Bankat?
The pincode of Chak Bankat is 221201.
What is the population of Chak Bankat?
Chak Bankat has a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bankat?
There are 23 households in Chak Bankat.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bankat is 60.69%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 51.32%.