Birlok

Birlok is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.5km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 78.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Khanakul Ii is the gram panchayat of Birlok village.

Here you can discover what makes Birlok unique in its vibrant Khanakul I-Hugli region. You’ll see Birlok’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Birlok

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birlok is 325845. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712406. Arambagh is nearest town to Birlok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Birlok 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 Khanakul Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Birlok

Population of Birlok

According to the 2011 Census, Birlok has a total population of about 1,110, with approximately 566 males and 544 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 374 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 99. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.99%, with male literacy at about 77.03% and female literacy near 64.71%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birlok's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Birlok

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birlok. As per the 2011 stats, Birlok had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Birlok

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Birlok