Pilkhan

Pilkhan is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.1km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 82.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Ghoshpur is the gram panchayat of Pilkhan village.

Pilkhan has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Pilkhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pilkhan is 325817. The village spans a total geographical area of 383.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambag is nearest town to Pilkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Pilkhan 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.

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Population of Pilkhan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,176 2,149 2,027
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 481 261 220
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,400 726 674
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,889 1,608 1,281
Illiterate Population 1,287 541 746

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

  • The total population of Pilkhan village is around 4,176, including approximately 2,149 males and 2,027 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 481 children aged 0–6 years in Pilkhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pilkhan village has 1,400 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pilkhan village is about 69.18%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 63.20%.
  • There are around 957 households in Pilkhan village.

Connectivity of Pilkhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pilkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Pilkhan 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pilkhan

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

Gujrat Madanbati Mahishgot Ghashua Gangpur Ghoshpur Paschim Ghoshpur Madhabkundu Paschim Thakurani Chak Purbba Thakurani Chak Sankarpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pilkhan

Where is Pilkhan located?
Pilkhan village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pilkhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pilkhan is Ghoshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pilkhan?
The pincode of Pilkhan is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pilkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pilkhan is 4,176, with 2,149 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Pilkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pilkhan village has a total of 957 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pilkhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pilkhan is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 74.83%, while the female literacy rate is 63.20%.