Indus
Indus is a village located in Indus subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. Bankura and Indus are the district & sub-district headquarters of Indus village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Indas I is the gram panchayat of Indus village.
Here you can discover what makes Indus unique in its vibrant Indus-Bankura region. You’ll see Indus’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 Indus
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Indus is 327775. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722205. Sonamukhi is nearest town to Indus village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Indus
Population of Indus
According to the 2011 Census, Indus has a total population of about 2,479, with approximately 1,284 males and 1,195 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,606 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.09%, with male literacy at about 65.03% and female literacy near 50.63%. There are around 549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Indus's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,479 | 1,284 | 1,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 819 | 787 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,440 | 835 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 449 | 590 |
Connectivity of Indus
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Indus. As per the 2011 stats, Indus had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Indus
Knowing the nearby villages of Indus helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Indus.
Frequently Asked Questions about Indus
- Where is Indus located?
- Indus village is situated in Indus Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Indus?
- The Gram Panchayat of Indus is Indas I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Indus?
- The pincode of Indus is 722205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Indus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Indus is 2,479, with 1,284 males and 1,195 females.
- How many households are there in Indus as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Indus village has a total of 549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Indus as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Indus is 58.09%. The male literacy rate is 65.03%, while the female literacy rate is 50.63%.