Bankati

Bankati is a village located in Kanksa subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kanksa. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Bankati village. As per 2009 stats, Bankati village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Bankati unique in its vibrant Kanksa-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Bankati’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 Bankati

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bankati is 318809. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713148. Durgapur is nearest town to Bankati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bankati 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 Galsi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Bankati

Population of Bankati

According to the 2011 Census, Bankati has a total population of about 1,255, with approximately 650 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 741 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.38%, with male literacy at about 71.54% and female literacy near 56.69%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bankati's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Bankati

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

Nearby Villages of Bankati

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bankati