Bakhul Village Overview
Bakhul is a village in Labpur tehsil of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It lies about 7.5 km from Labpur tehsil headquarters and around 33.9 km from Suri district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Labpur I is the Gram Panchayat for Bakhul village.
The sections below provide essential information about Bakhul 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 Bakhul is 317565. The village covers a geographical area of 316.7 hectares. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Location Map of Bakhul
Population & Demographics of Bakhul
This section provides population and demographic details of Bakhul village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 684 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 216 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 949 | 537 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 147 | 245 |
Key population details of Bakhul village are given below:
- Bakhul village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,341, including approximately 684 males and 657 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 423 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Bakhul village is good, with a literacy rate of about 70.77%.
- There are around 302 households in Bakhul village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bakhul
Transport facilities help residents of Bakhul 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakhul
The following villages are located close to Bakhul 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 Bakhul
- Where is Bakhul located?
- Bakhul village is located in Labpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakhul?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakhul is Labpur I (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Bakhul?
- Bakhul has a total population of 1,341, including 684 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Bakhul?
- There are 302 households in Bakhul.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakhul?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhul is 70.77%. Male literacy is 78.51% and female literacy is 62.71%.