Birahini
Birahini is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.8km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Birahini village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Birahini village.
Here you can discover what makes Birahini unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Birahini’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Birahini
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birahini is 311332. The village spans a total geographical area of 130.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Birahini village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Birahini village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Birahini
Population of Birahini
According to the 2011 Census, Birahini has a total population of about 826, with approximately 444 males and 382 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 341 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 341. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.62%, with male literacy at about 73.20% and female literacy near 56.81%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birahini's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 444 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 185 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 180 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 325 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 119 | 165 |
Connectivity of Birahini
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birahini. As per the 2011 stats, Birahini had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birahini
Knowing the nearby villages of Birahini helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birahini.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birahini
- Where is Birahini located?
- Birahini village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birahini?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birahini is Amritakhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birahini?
- The pincode of Birahini is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birahini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birahini is 826, with 444 males and 382 females.
- How many households are there in Birahini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birahini village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birahini as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birahini is 65.62%. The male literacy rate is 73.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.81%.