Bengkandi
About Bengkandi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bengkandi village is 307365. Bengkandi village is located in Falakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.9km away from sub-district headquarter Falakata (tehsildar office) and 58.1km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Jateswar I is the gram panchayat of Bengkandi village.
The total geographical area of village is 458.64 hectares. Bengkandi has a total population of 2,667 peoples, out of which male population is 1,400 while female population is 1,267. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 905 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bengkandi village is 64.83% out of which 72.43% males and 56.43% females are literate. There are about 621 houses in bengkandi village. Pincode of bengkandi village locality is 735224.
Falakata is nearest town to bengkandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Bengkandi
The population details of Bengkandi 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 | 2,667 | 1,400 | 1,267 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 313 | 170 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,033 | 1,074 | 959 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,729 | 1,014 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 938 | 386 | 552 |
Connectivity of Bengkandi
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bengkandi
Where is Bengkandi located?
Bengkandi village is situated in Falakata Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bengkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bengkandi is Jateswar I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bengkandi?
The pincode of Bengkandi is 735224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bengkandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bengkandi is 2,667, with 1,400 males and 1,267 females.
How many households are there in Bengkandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bengkandi village has a total of 621 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bengkandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bengkandi is 64.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.43%, while the female literacy rate is 56.43%.