Birpala
Birpala is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 20.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Birpala village.
Here you can discover what makes Birpala unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Birpala’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 Birpala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birpala is 325139. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.32 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Birpala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Birpala 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 Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Birpala
Population of Birpala
According to the 2011 Census, Birpala has a total population of about 583, with approximately 304 males and 279 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 203. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.53%, with male literacy at about 80.59% and female literacy near 74.19%. There are around 140 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Birpala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 583 | 304 | 279 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 34 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
Literate Population | 452 | 245 | 207 |
Illiterate Population | 131 | 59 | 72 |
Connectivity of Birpala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birpala. As per the 2011 stats, Birpala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Birpala
Knowing the nearby villages of Birpala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birpala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birpala
- Where is Birpala located?
- Birpala village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birpala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birpala is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Birpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birpala is 583, with 304 males and 279 females.
- How many households are there in Birpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birpala village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birpala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birpala is 77.53%. The male literacy rate is 80.59%, while the female literacy rate is 74.19%.