Bakharpur

Bakharpur is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Bakharpur village. As per 2009 stats, Gurail is the gram panchayat of Bakharpur village.

Bakharpur 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 Bakharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakharpur is 311569. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733125. Gangarampur is nearest town to Bakharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bakharpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bakharpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 782 420 362
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 37 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 365 208 157
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 80 38 42
Literate Population 430 259 171
Illiterate Population 352 161 191

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

  • The total population of Bakharpur village is around 782, including approximately 420 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Bakharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bakharpur village has 365 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 80 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bakharpur village is about 54.99%, with male literacy at 61.67% and female literacy at 47.24%.
  • There are around 172 households in Bakharpur village.

Connectivity of Bakharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Bakharpur 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 Bakharpur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakharpur

Where is Bakharpur located?
Bakharpur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakharpur is Gurail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bakharpur?
The pincode of Bakharpur is 733125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakharpur is 782, with 420 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Bakharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakharpur village has a total of 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakharpur is 54.99%. The male literacy rate is 61.67%, while the female literacy rate is 47.24%.