Baul
About Baul
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baul village is 311063. Baul village is located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.1km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Baul village. As per 2009 stats, Bolla is the gram panchayat of Baul village.
The total geographical area of village is 240.3 hectares. Baul has a total population of 1,786 peoples, out of which male population is 914 while female population is 872. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 954 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baul village is 72.06% out of which 77.46% males and 66.40% females are literate. There are about 412 houses in baul village. Pincode of baul village locality is 733158.
When it comes to administration, Baul village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baul village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balurghat is nearest town to baul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Baul
The population details of Baul cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,786 | 914 | 872 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 472 | 243 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 168 | 88 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,287 | 708 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 206 | 293 |
Connectivity of Baul
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baul
Where is Baul located?
Baul village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baul?
The Gram Panchayat of Baul is Bolla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baul?
The pincode of Baul is 733158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baul is 1,786, with 914 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Baul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baul village has a total of 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baul is 72.06%. The male literacy rate is 77.46%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.