Bilkas
Bilkas is a village located in Peint tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Peint (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Dhanpada is the gram panchayat of Bilkas village.
Here you can discover what makes Bilkas unique in its vibrant Peint-Nashik region. You’ll see Bilkas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bilkas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilkas is 550747. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422208. Nashik is nearest town to Bilkas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
As per 2019 stats, Bilkas village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Bilkas
Population of Bilkas
According to the 2011 Census, Bilkas has a total population of about 407, with approximately 203 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 372. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.90%, with male literacy at about 67.98% and female literacy near 57.84%. There are around 76 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bilkas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 203 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 138 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 65 | 86 |
Connectivity of Bilkas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilkas. As per the 2011 stats, Bilkas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bilkas
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilkas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilkas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilkas
- Where is Bilkas located?
- Bilkas village is situated in Peint Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilkas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bilkas is Dhanpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bilkas?
- The pincode of Bilkas is 422208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bilkas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilkas is 407, with 203 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Bilkas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilkas village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilkas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilkas is 62.90%. The male literacy rate is 67.98%, while the female literacy rate is 57.84%.