Baniakuri
Baniakuri is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.1km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Baniakuri village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalbati is the gram panchayat of Baniakuri village.
Baniakuri has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Baniakuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baniakuri is 311286. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733145. Balurghat is nearest town to Baniakuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Baniakuri 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 Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat 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 Baniakuri
Below is a concise population overview of Baniakuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 658 | 346 | 312 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 180 | 159 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Literate Population | 460 | 266 | 194 |
Illiterate Population | 198 | 80 | 118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Baniakuri village:
- The total population of Baniakuri village is around 658, including approximately 346 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Baniakuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Baniakuri village has 339 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Baniakuri village is about 69.91%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 62.18%.
- There are around 166 households in Baniakuri village.
Connectivity of Baniakuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Baniakuri. As per the 2011 stats, Baniakuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baniakuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Baniakuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Baniakuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Baniakuri
- Where is Baniakuri located?
- Baniakuri village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Baniakuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Baniakuri is Gopalbati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Baniakuri?
- The pincode of Baniakuri is 733145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Baniakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniakuri is 658, with 346 males and 312 females.
- How many households are there in Baniakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Baniakuri village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Baniakuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniakuri is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 62.18%.