Alkusha

Alkusha is a village located in Salanpur subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.3km away from sub-district headquarter Salanpur (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Barddhaman. As per 2009 stats, Kulberiabolkunda is the gram panchayat of Alkusha village.

Alkusha has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Alkusha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alkusha is 318519. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713359. Asansol is nearest town to Alkusha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Alkusha

Below is a concise population overview of Alkusha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,420 742 678
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 229 127 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 833 431 402
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 160 84 76
Literate Population 677 414 263
Illiterate Population 743 328 415

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alkusha village:

  • The total population of Alkusha village is around 1,420, including approximately 742 males and 678 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 229 children aged 0–6 years in Alkusha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alkusha village has 833 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 160 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Alkusha village is about 47.68%, with male literacy at 55.80% and female literacy at 38.79%.
  • There are around 306 households in Alkusha village.

Connectivity of Alkusha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alkusha. As per the 2011 stats, Alkusha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Alkusha

Knowing the nearby villages of Alkusha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alkusha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alkusha

Where is Alkusha located?
Alkusha village is situated in Salanpur Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alkusha?
The Gram Panchayat of Alkusha is Kulberiabolkunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Alkusha?
The pincode of Alkusha is 713359, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Alkusha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alkusha is 1,420, with 742 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Alkusha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alkusha village has a total of 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkusha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alkusha is 47.68%. The male literacy rate is 55.80%, while the female literacy rate is 38.79%.