Bichkandi

Bichkandi is a village located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bichkandi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sabalpur is the gram panchayat of Bichkandi village.

Bichkandi has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Bichkandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bichkandi is 315959. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742173. Kandi is nearest town to Bichkandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bichkandi 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 Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Baharampur 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 Bichkandi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,771 924 847
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 109 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) 285 139 146
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,037 580 457
Illiterate Population 734 344 390

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

  • The total population of Bichkandi village is around 1,771, including approximately 924 males and 847 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Bichkandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bichkandi village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bichkandi village is about 58.55%, with male literacy at 62.77% and female literacy at 53.96%.
  • There are around 424 households in Bichkandi village.

Connectivity of Bichkandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bichkandi. As per the 2011 stats, Bichkandi 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 Bichkandi

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

Rameswarpur Gram Salkia Ekgharia Shrihatta Ojhara Nandi Baneswar Sabalpur Ballabhpur Satitara Nima Bahadurpur Fatepur

Frequently Asked Questions about Bichkandi

Where is Bichkandi located?
Bichkandi village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bichkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bichkandi is Sabalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bichkandi?
The pincode of Bichkandi is 742173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bichkandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bichkandi is 1,771, with 924 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Bichkandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bichkandi village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bichkandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bichkandi is 58.55%. The male literacy rate is 62.77%, while the female literacy rate is 53.96%.