Bighor
Bighor is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 74.8km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Barui is the gram panchayat of Bighor village.
Here you can discover what makes Bighor unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Bighor’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 Bighor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bighor is 311995. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732125. Malda is nearest town to Bighor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 101km away.
Google Map of Bighor
Population of Bighor
According to the 2011 Census, Bighor has a total population of about 526, with approximately 277 males and 249 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.54%, with male literacy at about 44.77% and female literacy near 42.17%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bighor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 277 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 153 | 144 |
Connectivity of Bighor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bighor. As per the 2011 stats, Bighor 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bighor
Knowing the nearby villages of Bighor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bighor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bighor
- Where is Bighor located?
- Bighor village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bighor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bighor is Barui (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bighor?
- The pincode of Bighor is 732125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bighor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bighor is 526, with 277 males and 249 females.
- How many households are there in Bighor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bighor village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bighor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bighor is 43.54%. The male literacy rate is 44.77%, while the female literacy rate is 42.17%.