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
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Bankat village had a total population of 145 people, including 69 males and 76 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.21%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 62.90%.
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 | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Chak Bankat?
Chak Bankat had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Bankat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Bankat was 75.21%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 62.90%.