Bahirkap
Bahirkap is a village located in Ratua I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Ratua (tehsildar office) and 47.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Debipur is the gram panchayat of Bahirkap village.
Here you can discover what makes Bahirkap unique in its vibrant Ratua I-Maldah region. You’ll see Bahirkap’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 Bahirkap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahirkap is 312382. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732205. Malda is nearest town to Bahirkap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Bahirkap
Population of Bahirkap
According to the 2011 Census, Bahirkap has a total population of about 4,549, with approximately 2,303 males and 2,246 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 823 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 49.88%, with male literacy at about 51.54% and female literacy near 48.17%. There are around 819 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahirkap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,549 | 2,303 | 2,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 823 | 419 | 404 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,269 | 1,187 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,280 | 1,116 | 1,164 |
Connectivity of Bahirkap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahirkap. As per the 2011 stats, Bahirkap 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 Bahirkap
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahirkap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahirkap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahirkap
- Where is Bahirkap located?
- Bahirkap village is situated in Ratua I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahirkap?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bahirkap is Debipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bahirkap?
- The pincode of Bahirkap is 732205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bahirkap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahirkap is 4,549, with 2,303 males and 2,246 females.
- How many households are there in Bahirkap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahirkap village has a total of 819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahirkap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahirkap is 49.88%. The male literacy rate is 51.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.17%.