Bakalsa
Bakalsa is a village located in Ketugram I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kandara. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Bakalsa village. As per 2009 stats, Pandugram is the gram panchayat of Bakalsa village.
Here you can discover what makes Bakalsa unique in its vibrant Ketugram I-Barddhaman region. You’ll see Bakalsa’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 Bakalsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakalsa is 319226. The village spans a total geographical area of 237.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713143. Katwa is nearest town to Bakalsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Bakalsa
Population of Bakalsa
According to the 2011 Census, Bakalsa has a total population of about 1,373, with approximately 693 males and 680 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 759 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.78%, with male literacy at about 53.25% and female literacy near 42.21%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakalsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,373 | 693 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 371 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 656 | 369 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 324 | 393 |
Connectivity of Bakalsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakalsa. As per the 2011 stats, Bakalsa 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakalsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakalsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakalsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakalsa
- Where is Bakalsa located?
- Bakalsa village is situated in Ketugram I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakalsa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakalsa is Pandugram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bakalsa?
- The pincode of Bakalsa is 713143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakalsa is 1,373, with 693 males and 680 females.
- How many households are there in Bakalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakalsa village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakalsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakalsa is 47.78%. The male literacy rate is 53.25%, while the female literacy rate is 42.21%.