Baikunthapur Village Overview
Baikunthapur is a village in Sonamukhi tehsil of Bankura district, West Bengal. It lies about 3.7 km from Sonamukhi tehsil headquarters. Bankura is the district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Hamirhati is the Gram Panchayat for Baikunthapur village.
The sections below provide essential information about Baikunthapur village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baikunthapur is 327416. The village covers a geographical area of 220.56 hectares and has a pincode of 722207. Sonamukhi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Location Map of Baikunthapur
Population & Demographics of Baikunthapur
This section provides population and demographic details of Baikunthapur village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 344 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 48 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 318 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 202 | 123 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 221 | 293 |
Key population details of Baikunthapur village are given below:
- Baikunthapur village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 716, including approximately 344 males and 372 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 659 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Baikunthapur village is low, with a literacy rate of about 28.21%.
- There are around 150 households in Baikunthapur village.
Transport & Connectivity of Baikunthapur
Transport facilities help residents of Baikunthapur village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baikunthapur
The following villages are located close to Baikunthapur and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baikunthapur
- Where is Baikunthapur located?
- Baikunthapur village is located in Sonamukhi Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baikunthapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baikunthapur is Hamirhati (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Baikunthapur?
- The pincode of Baikunthapur is 722207.
- What is the population of Baikunthapur?
- Baikunthapur has a total population of 716, including 344 males and 372 females.
- How many households are there in Baikunthapur?
- There are 150 households in Baikunthapur.
- What is the literacy rate in Baikunthapur?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikunthapur is 28.21%. Male literacy is 35.76% and female literacy is 21.24%.