Bankot
About Bankot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bankot village is 049833. Bankot village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Bankot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 169.62 hectares. Bankot has a total population of 542 peoples, out of which male population is 258 while female population is 284. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1100 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bankot village is 82.84% out of which 84.11% males and 81.69% females are literate. There are about 139 houses in bankot village. Pincode of bankot village locality is 262532.
When it comes to administration, Bankot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bankot village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Almora is nearest town to bankot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
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Population of Bankot
The population details of Bankot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 258 | 284 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 449 | 217 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 41 | 52 |
Connectivity of Bankot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bankot
Where is Bankot located?
Bankot village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankot?
Bankot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bankot?
The pincode of Bankot is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bankot is 542, with 258 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Bankot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bankot village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bankot is 82.84%. The male literacy rate is 84.11%, while the female literacy rate is 81.69%.