Bilkandi - Ranishwar, Dumka
Bilkandi is a village situated in the Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranishwar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bilkandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilkandi is 371229. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.77 hectares and falls under the 814148 pincode.
Bilkandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bilkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Bilkandi village had a total population of 877 people, including 456 males and 421 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.22%, with male literacy at 87.19% and female literacy at 76.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 877 | 456 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 154 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 347 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 109 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Bilkandi
Bilkandi 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 Bilkandi
Bilkandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dumka to Bilkandi is about 37 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 Bilkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilkandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bilkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilkandi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bilkandi
Where is Bilkandi located?
Bilkandi village is located in Ranishwar Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bilkandi?
Bilkandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bilkandi?
The pincode of Bilkandi is 814148.
What is the population of Bilkandi?
Bilkandi had a total population of 877, including 456 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Bilkandi?
Bilkandi had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilkandi was 82.22%. Male literacy was 87.19% and female literacy was 76.84%.