Bighva

Bighva is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.8km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Bighva village. As per 2009 stats, Brajaballavpur is the gram panchayat of Bighva village.

Bighva 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 Bighva

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bighva is 311664. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Gangarampur is nearest town to Bighva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Bighva

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 527 258 269
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 29 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 256 130 126
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 246 121 125
Literate Population 286 160 126
Illiterate Population 241 98 143

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

  • The total population of Bighva village is around 527, including approximately 258 males and 269 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Bighva village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bighva village has 256 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 246 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bighva village is about 54.27%, with male literacy at 62.02% and female literacy at 46.84%.
  • There are around 112 households in Bighva village.

Connectivity of Bighva

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bighva. As per the 2011 stats, Bighva 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bighva

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bighva

Where is Bighva located?
Bighva village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bighva?
The Gram Panchayat of Bighva is Brajaballavpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bighva?
The pincode of Bighva is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bighva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bighva is 527, with 258 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Bighva as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bighva village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bighva as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bighva is 54.27%. The male literacy rate is 62.02%, while the female literacy rate is 46.84%.