Balikhun
About Balikhun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balikhun village is 326248. Balikhun village is located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.5km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Balikhun village. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmanpur is the gram panchayat of Balikhun village.
The total geographical area of village is 333.06 hectares. Balikhun has a total population of 506 peoples, out of which male population is 254 while female population is 252. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balikhun village is 45.85% out of which 57.87% males and 33.73% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in balikhun village. Pincode of balikhun village locality is 722133.
When it comes to administration, Balikhun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balikhun village comes under Saltora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Raniganj is nearest town to balikhun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Balikhun
The population details of Balikhun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 254 | 252 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 255 | 131 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 147 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 107 | 167 |
Connectivity of Balikhun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balikhun
Where is Balikhun located?
Balikhun village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balikhun?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikhun is Lachhmanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balikhun?
The pincode of Balikhun is 722133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balikhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikhun is 506, with 254 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Balikhun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balikhun village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikhun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikhun is 45.85%. The male literacy rate is 57.87%, while the female literacy rate is 33.73%.