Bankail - Habibpur, Malda
Bankail is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Habibpur. Baidyapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankail is 313000. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.4 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode. English Bazar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Bankail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankail
As per Census 2011, Bankail village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 243 males and 232 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bankail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 243 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 184 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 59 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Bankail
Bankail 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 Bankail
Bankail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 English Bazar to Bankail is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bankail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bankail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bankail
Where is Bankail located?
Bankail village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankail?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankail is Baidyapur.
What is the pincode of Bankail?
The pincode of Bankail is 732122.
What is the population of Bankail?
Bankail has a total population of 475, including 243 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Bankail?
There are 111 households in Bankail.
What is the literacy rate in Bankail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankail is 66.95%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 57.76%.