Hijlak
About Hijlak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hijlak village is 333053. Hijlak village is located in Bagnan I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.1km away from sub-district headquarter Bagnan (tehsildar office) and 42.4km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bagnan I is the gram panchayat of Hijlak village.
The total geographical area of village is 186.24 hectares. Hijlak has a total population of 3,808 peoples, out of which male population is 1,964 while female population is 1,844. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hijlak village is 83.69% out of which 86.41% males and 80.80% females are literate. There are about 888 houses in hijlak village. Pincode of hijlak village locality is 711303.
When it comes to administration, Hijlak 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, Hijlak village comes under Bagnan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency. Uluberia is nearest town to hijlak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Hijlak
The population details of Hijlak cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,808 | 1,964 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 337 | 179 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 705 | 348 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,187 | 1,697 | 1,490 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 267 | 354 |
Connectivity of Hijlak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hijlak
Where is Hijlak located?
Hijlak village is situated in Bagnan I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hijlak?
The Gram Panchayat of Hijlak is Bagnan I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hijlak?
The pincode of Hijlak is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hijlak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hijlak is 3,808, with 1,964 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Hijlak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hijlak village has a total of 888 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hijlak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hijlak is 83.69%. The male literacy rate is 86.41%, while the female literacy rate is 80.80%.