Banikanta

Banikanta is a village located in Haldibari subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Haldibari (tehsildar office) and 126km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Uttar Bara Haldibari is the gram panchayat of Banikanta village.

Banikanta has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Banikanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banikanta is 307647. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735137. Haldiram is nearest town to Banikanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Banikanta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 158 75 83
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 16 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 75 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 74 36 38
Illiterate Population 84 39 45

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

  • The total population of Banikanta village is around 158, including approximately 75 males and 83 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Banikanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Banikanta village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Banikanta village is about 46.84%, with male literacy at 48.00% and female literacy at 45.78%.
  • There are around 36 households in Banikanta village.

Connectivity of Banikanta

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

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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Banikanta

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

Jnandas Paschim Fate Mamud Paschim Samilabas Chhota Haldibari Dakshin Basarajbala Uttar Chhota Haldibari Uttar Khasbas Basarajbala Uttar Baksiganj Uttar Basarajbala Chhota Bakshiganj Andaran Khashbash

Frequently Asked Questions about Banikanta

Where is Banikanta located?
Banikanta village is situated in Haldibari Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banikanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Banikanta is Uttar Bara Haldibari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Banikanta?
The pincode of Banikanta is 735137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Banikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banikanta is 158, with 75 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Banikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Banikanta village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banikanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banikanta is 46.84%. The male literacy rate is 48.00%, while the female literacy rate is 45.78%.