Birkul

Birkul is a village located in Bagnan Ii subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Bagnan (tehsildar office) and 46.2km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Bantul Baidyanathpur is the gram panchayat of Birkul village.

Birkul has its own place in the vibrant Haora 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 Birkul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkul is 333090. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711312. Bagnan is nearest town to Birkul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Birkul

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,023 2,079 1,944
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 411 205 206
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,153 598 555
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,781 1,542 1,239
Illiterate Population 1,242 537 705

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

  • The total population of Birkul village is around 4,023, including approximately 2,079 males and 1,944 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 411 children aged 0–6 years in Birkul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Birkul village has 1,153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Birkul village is about 69.13%, with male literacy at 74.17% and female literacy at 63.73%.
  • There are around 888 households in Birkul village.

Connectivity of Birkul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkul. As per the 2011 stats, Birkul 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Birkul

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

Brindabanpur Kazibhuara Balarampur Katapukuria Charkata Pukuria Chaitanyapur Nazarpur Athila Paikpari Borar Gunandapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Birkul

Where is Birkul located?
Birkul village is situated in Bagnan Ii Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkul?
The Gram Panchayat of Birkul is Bantul Baidyanathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Birkul?
The pincode of Birkul is 711312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Birkul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkul is 4,023, with 2,079 males and 1,944 females.
How many households are there in Birkul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Birkul village has a total of 888 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birkul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkul is 69.13%. The male literacy rate is 74.17%, while the female literacy rate is 63.73%.