Bhour
Bhour is a village located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 26.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Bhour village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhour unique in its vibrant Kumarganj-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bhour’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 Bhour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhour is 310868. The village spans a total geographical area of 522.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733131. Balurghat is nearest town to Bhour village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bhour
Population of Bhour
According to the 2011 Census, Bhour has a total population of about 2,456, with approximately 1,302 males and 1,154 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 314 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 249 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 816. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.93%, with male literacy at about 72.43% and female literacy near 64.99%. There are around 605 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,456 | 1,302 | 1,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 185 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 403 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 1,693 | 943 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 359 | 404 |
Connectivity of Bhour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhour. As per the 2011 stats, Bhour had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhour
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhour
- Where is Bhour located?
- Bhour village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhour?
- Bhour serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhour?
- The pincode of Bhour is 733131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhour is 2,456, with 1,302 males and 1,154 females.
- How many households are there in Bhour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhour village has a total of 605 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhour is 68.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.43%, while the female literacy rate is 64.99%.