Bankoo - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Bankoo is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baaku serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankoo is 049191. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.24 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bankoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bankoo
As per Census 2011, Bankoo village has a total population of 209 people, consisting of 105 males and 104 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Bankoo
Bankoo 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 Bankoo
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bankoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Bankoo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Bankoo is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankoo
Where is Bankoo located?
Bankoo village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankoo is Baaku.
What is the pincode of Bankoo?
The pincode of Bankoo is 262551.
What is the population of Bankoo?
Bankoo has a total population of 209, including 105 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Bankoo?
There are 51 households in Bankoo.
What is the literacy rate in Bankoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankoo is 79.90%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 74.04%.