Birkondal
Birkondal is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Sonekanhar is the gram panchayat of Birkondal village.
Birkondal has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Birkondal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkondal is 447535. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Birkondal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birkondal 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birkondal
Population of Birkondal
Below is a concise population overview of Birkondal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 157 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 123 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkondal village:
- The total population of Birkondal village is around 323, including approximately 157 males and 166 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Birkondal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkondal village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 263 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkondal village is about 59.44%, with male literacy at 64.33% and female literacy at 54.82%.
- There are around 56 households in Birkondal village.
Connectivity of Birkondal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkondal. As per the 2011 stats, Birkondal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkondal
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkondal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkondal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkondal
- Where is Birkondal located?
- Birkondal village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkondal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkondal is Sonekanhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkondal?
- The pincode of Birkondal is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkondal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkondal is 323, with 157 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Birkondal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkondal village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkondal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkondal is 59.44%. The male literacy rate is 64.33%, while the female literacy rate is 54.82%.