Baniakhari
About Baniakhari
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baniakhari village is 306536. Baniakhari village is located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Baniakhari village. As per 2009 stats, Patharghata is the gram panchayat of Baniakhari village.
The total geographical area of village is 171.99 hectares. Baniakhari has a total population of 5,088 peoples, out of which male population is 2,591 while female population is 2,497. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 963 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baniakhari village is 55.99% out of which 62.33% males and 49.42% females are literate. There are about 1,066 houses in baniakhari village. Pincode of baniakhari village locality is 734010.
When it comes to administration, Baniakhari 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, Baniakhari village comes under Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency. Siliguri is nearest town to baniakhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Baniakhari
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,088 | 2,591 | 2,497 |
| Literate Population | 2,849 | 1,615 | 1,234 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,239 | 976 | 1,263 |
Connectivity of Baniakhari
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Baniakhari
Frequently Asked Questions about Baniakhari
Where is Baniakhari located?
Baniakhari village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniakhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniakhari is Patharghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baniakhari?
The pincode of Baniakhari is 734010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baniakhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniakhari is 5,088, with 2,591 males and 2,497 females.
How many households are there in Baniakhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baniakhari village has a total of 1,066 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baniakhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniakhari is 55.99%. The male literacy rate is 62.33%, while the female literacy rate is 49.42%.