Balikeshetra
About Balikeshetra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Balikeshetra village is 311520. Balikeshetra village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.8km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Balikeshetra village. As per 2009 stats, Dwipkhanda is the gram panchayat of Balikeshetra village.
The total geographical area of village is 55.6 hectares. Balikeshetra has a total population of 366 peoples, out of which male population is 203 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 802 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of balikeshetra village is 72.13% out of which 79.31% males and 63.19% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in balikeshetra village. Pincode of balikeshetra village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Balikeshetra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Balikeshetra village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to balikeshetra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Balikeshetra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 203 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 161 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 42 | 60 |
Connectivity of Balikeshetra
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Balikeshetra
Where is Balikeshetra located?
Balikeshetra village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balikeshetra?
The Gram Panchayat of Balikeshetra is Dwipkhanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Balikeshetra?
The pincode of Balikeshetra is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Balikeshetra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Balikeshetra is 366, with 203 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Balikeshetra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Balikeshetra village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balikeshetra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Balikeshetra is 72.13%. The male literacy rate is 79.31%, while the female literacy rate is 63.19%.