Bankatiya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bankatiya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bankatiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankatiya is 056222. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.33 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bankatiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankatiya
As per Census 2011, Bankatiya village has a total population of 1,826 people, consisting of 898 males and 928 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,325 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,079 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankatiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 898 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,079 | 541 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 1,325 | 716 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 182 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Bankatiya
Bankatiya 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 Bankatiya
Bankatiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bankatiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Bankatiya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bankatiya is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankatiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankatiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bankatiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankatiya 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 Bankatiya
Where is Bankatiya located?
Bankatiya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankatiya?
Bankatiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bankatiya?
The pincode of Bankatiya is 262308.
What is the population of Bankatiya?
Bankatiya has a total population of 1,826, including 898 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Bankatiya?
There are 355 households in Bankatiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bankatiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankatiya is 72.56%. Male literacy is 79.73% and female literacy is 65.63%.