Baikunthapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Baikunthapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 25.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Hili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baikunthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baikunthapur is 311006. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Baikunthapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Baikunthapur
As per Census 2011, Baikunthapur village has a total population of 2,493 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,205 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,654 literate and 839 illiterate residents. Additionally, 642 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baikunthapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,493 | 1,288 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 642 | 334 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 916 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 372 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Baikunthapur
Baikunthapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Baikunthapur
Baikunthapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Baikunthapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Baikunthapur is about 25.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baikunthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baikunthapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Baikunthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baikunthapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Baikunthapur
Where is Baikunthapur located?
Baikunthapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baikunthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Baikunthapur is Hili.
What is the pincode of Baikunthapur?
The pincode of Baikunthapur is 733126.
What is the population of Baikunthapur?
Baikunthapur has a total population of 2,493, including 1,288 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Baikunthapur?
There are 618 households in Baikunthapur.
What is the literacy rate in Baikunthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baikunthapur is 66.35%. Male literacy is 71.12% and female literacy is 61.24%.