Bilsi

Bilsi is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.5km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 24.5km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Andaran Fulbari Ii is the gram panchayat of Bilsi village.

Bilsi 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 Bilsi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilsi is 308363. The village spans a total geographical area of 374.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736160. Tufanganj is nearest town to Bilsi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bilsi 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 Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar 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 Bilsi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,065 1,037 1,028
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 224 106 118
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,518 763 755
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,382 758 624
Illiterate Population 683 279 404

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

  • The total population of Bilsi village is around 2,065, including approximately 1,037 males and 1,028 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Bilsi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bilsi village has 1,518 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bilsi village is about 66.92%, with male literacy at 73.10% and female literacy at 60.70%.
  • There are around 573 households in Bilsi village.

Connectivity of Bilsi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilsi. As per the 2011 stats, Bilsi 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bilsi

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

Bajejama Chilakhana Dwitia Khanda Bilsi Dwitia Khanda Genduguri Mugabhog Chhat Chilakhana Pratham Khanda Chhalapak Balapukhari Uttar Chhat Jaygir Chilakhana Andaran Phulbari Dakshin Chhat Jaygir Chilakhana Chhat Phulbari

Frequently Asked Questions about Bilsi

Where is Bilsi located?
Bilsi village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilsi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilsi is Andaran Fulbari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bilsi?
The pincode of Bilsi is 736160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bilsi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilsi is 2,065, with 1,037 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Bilsi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bilsi village has a total of 573 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilsi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilsi is 66.92%. The male literacy rate is 73.10%, while the female literacy rate is 60.70%.