Banki - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Banki is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from Falta and around 37.8 km from Alipore. Belsingha-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banki is 334235. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.86 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Banki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banki
As per Census 2011, Banki village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 266 males and 251 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 266 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 239 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 183 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 83 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Banki
Banki 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 Banki
Banki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Banki is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Banki is about 37.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Banki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Banki
Where is Banki located?
Banki village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banki?
The Gram Panchayat of Banki is Belsingha-ii.
What is the pincode of Banki?
The pincode of Banki is 743504.
What is the population of Banki?
Banki has a total population of 517, including 266 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Banki?
There are 116 households in Banki.
What is the literacy rate in Banki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banki is 67.50%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 66.14%.