Bhalka
About Bhalka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhalka village is 308502. Bhalka village is located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.6km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 26.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Matalhat is the gram panchayat of Bhalka village.
The total geographical area of village is 360.79 hectares. Bhalka has a total population of 3,180 peoples, out of which male population is 1,655 while female population is 1,525. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhalka village is 55.25% out of which 60.73% males and 49.31% females are literate. There are about 748 houses in bhalka village. Pincode of bhalka village locality is 736135.
When it comes to administration, Bhalka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhalka village comes under Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency. Dinhata is nearest town to bhalka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Bhalka
The population details of Bhalka 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 | 3,180 | 1,655 | 1,525 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 364 | 184 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,728 | 897 | 831 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,757 | 1,005 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,423 | 650 | 773 |
Connectivity of Bhalka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalka
Where is Bhalka located?
Bhalka village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalka?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalka is Matalhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhalka?
The pincode of Bhalka is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalka is 3,180, with 1,655 males and 1,525 females.
How many households are there in Bhalka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalka village has a total of 748 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalka is 55.25%. The male literacy rate is 60.73%, while the female literacy rate is 49.31%.