Birkel
Birkel is a village located in Gudri subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. West Singhbhum and Gudari are the district & sub-district headquarters of Birkel village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Birkel village is also a gram panchayat.
Birkel has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Birkel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkel is 376990. The village spans a total geographical area of 199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Gudri is nearest town to Birkel village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Birkel 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 Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birkel
Population of Birkel
Below is a concise population overview of Birkel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 873 | 480 | 393 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 851 | 467 | 384 |
Literate Population | 167 | 128 | 39 |
Illiterate Population | 706 | 352 | 354 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkel village:
- The total population of Birkel village is around 873, including approximately 480 males and 393 females, with a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Birkel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkel village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 851 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkel village is about 19.13%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 9.92%.
- There are around 173 households in Birkel village.
Connectivity of Birkel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkel. As per the 2011 stats, Birkel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkel
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkel
- Where is Birkel located?
- Birkel village is situated in Gudri Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkel?
- Birkel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Birkel?
- The pincode of Birkel is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkel is 873, with 480 males and 393 females.
- How many households are there in Birkel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkel village has a total of 173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkel is 19.13%. The male literacy rate is 26.67%, while the female literacy rate is 9.92%.