Village code 373917

Banku Village, Sonahatu Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Banku is a village in Sonahatu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Ranchi district, Jharkhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Banku village map in Jharkhand
Banku village map image for Sonahatu Block, Jharkhand.

Village Overview

Banku is a village in Sonahatu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Ranchi district, Jharkhand. For Banku, the population is 1,128, PIN code is 835225 and Census village code is 373917. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Banku village
Village code373917
PIN code835225
Population1,128
Households248
Area275.82 ha / 2.76 sq. km / 682 acres
Population density409 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1025 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townBundu (20 km)
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtRanchi
Census 2011 districtRanchi

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 835225. This helps users verify the postal area for Banku, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Banku village
PIN code835225
Post offices linked with this PINTamar SO, Amlesha BO, Arahanga, Baburamdih BO, Baredih BO, and Chirudih BO
Best matching post officeTamar SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtRanchi
Postal stateJharkhand
Postal divisionRanchi Division
Postal circleJharkhand Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Banku comes under Harin gram panchayat and Sonahatu C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Sonahatu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Sonahatu at 6 km. The Census district headquarters, Ranchi, is 70 km away.

Administrative details for Banku
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtRanchi
Census 2011 districtRanchi
State code20
District code364
Block / Census sub-district code2689
Gram panchayat code22
C.D. Block code195
Block panchayat code195

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Banku village and its household count.

Total population

1,128 residents in 248 households

Male population

557

Female population

571

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 86; Scheduled Tribes: 265

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Banku
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Banku
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreNot available in village
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Banku
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Banku
Net area sown91.32 hectares
Irrigated area9.78 hectares
Unirrigated area224.17 hectares
Canal irrigated area9.78 hectares
Non-agricultural area69.91 hectares
Current fallow land40.47 hectares
Other fallow land50.48 hectares
Main cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Banku
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Sonahatu, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bundu, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Banku

Bundu (20 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Sonahatu is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Banku
Nearest major townBundu (20 km)
Block headquartersSonahatu (6 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Banku. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Banku
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
River CanalAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Banku village located?

Banku is located in Sonahatu Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Ranchi.

Which Block is Banku in?

Banku is in Sonahatu Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Banku in?

District: Ranchi.

What is the village code of Banku?

The Census village code of Banku is 373917.

What is the PIN code of Banku?

The PIN code reported for Banku is 835225.

What is the population of Banku?

Banku has 1,128 residents in 248 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Banku part of?

Banku comes under Harin gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Banku?

The nearest statutory town to Banku is Bundu (20 km).

Which crops are grown in Banku?

The main crops reported for Banku are Rice.

What land-use details are available for Banku?

Land-use details for Banku include net area sown: 91.32 hectares, irrigated area: 9.78 hectares, and unirrigated area: 224.17 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Banku?

Government primary school status for Banku is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Banku?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Banku?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Banku?

The total geographical area of Banku is 275.82 hectares.

How many households are in Banku?

Banku has 248 households as per Census 2011.

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