Birkicha

Birkicha is a village located in Bolpur Sriniketan subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sriniketan (tehsildar office) and 36.7km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Sarpalehana Albandha is the gram panchayat of Birkicha village.

Birkicha has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum 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 Birkicha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkicha is 317801. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731201. Bolpur is nearest town to Birkicha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Birkicha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nanoor Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bolpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Birkicha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 872 439 433
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 54 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 527 267 260
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 578 308 270
Illiterate Population 294 131 163

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

  • The total population of Birkicha village is around 872, including approximately 439 males and 433 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Birkicha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Birkicha village has 527 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Birkicha village is about 66.28%, with male literacy at 70.16% and female literacy at 62.36%.
  • There are around 215 households in Birkicha village.

Connectivity of Birkicha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkicha. As per the 2011 stats, Birkicha 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 Birkicha

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

Karpatikuri Laldaha Sarpalehana Shripatipur Sangri Mahula Keudaha Sangri Rautara Gopalpur Kuchli Dhultikuri

Frequently Asked Questions about Birkicha

Where is Birkicha located?
Birkicha village is situated in Bolpur Sriniketan Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkicha?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkicha is Sarpalehana Albandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Birkicha?
The pincode of Birkicha is 731201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Birkicha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkicha is 872, with 439 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Birkicha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birkicha village has a total of 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birkicha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkicha is 66.28%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 62.36%.