Banki

Banki is a village located in Bankura Ii subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kesekol. Bankura is the district headquarter of Banki village. As per 2009 stats, Bikna is the gram panchayat of Banki village.

Here you can discover what makes Banki unique in its vibrant Bankura Ii-Bankura region. You’ll see Banki’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Banki

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banki is 327126. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722155. Bankura is nearest town to Banki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Banki village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Onda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Banki

Population of Banki

According to the 2011 Census, Banki has a total population of about 1,120, with approximately 562 males and 558 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 610 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.63%, with male literacy at about 71.35% and female literacy near 49.82%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Banki

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banki. As per the 2011 stats, Banki had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Banki

Knowing the nearby villages of Banki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banki.

Frequently Asked Questions about Banki