Bankisol - Salbani, Paschim Medinipur
Bankisol is a village situated in the Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalgeria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bankisol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bankisol is 338796. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.41 hectares and falls under the 721147 pincode. Medinipur is the nearest town.
Bankisol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salboni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bankisol
According to the 2011 Census, Bankisol village had a total population of 104 people, including 63 males and 41 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 651 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 51.52%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 63 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 42 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bankisol
Bankisol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirakata | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Kunrajuri | West | 1.13 km |
| Jaykrishnapur | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Rasunpur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Khandibandh | North | 2.05 km |
| Hartora | South | 2.05 km |
| Lalgere | East | 2.07 km |
| Abhaya | West | 2.35 km |
| Godamauli | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Chakajharia | North-East | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bankisol
Public transport in the Bankisol is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Salboni, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| 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 | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bankisol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bankisol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bankisol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bankisol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bankisol
Where is Bankisol located?
Bankisol village is located in Salbani Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bankisol?
The Gram Panchayat of Bankisol is Lalgeria.
What is the pincode of Bankisol?
The pincode of Bankisol is 721147.
What is the population of Bankisol?
Bankisol had a total population of 104, including 63 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Bankisol?
Bankisol had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bankisol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bankisol was 67.82%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 51.52%.