Bichkandi
About Bichkandi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bichkandi village is 315959. Bichkandi village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 121.49 hectares. Bichkandi has a total population of 1,771 peoples, out of which male population is 924 while female population is 847. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bichkandi village is 58.55% out of which 62.77% males and 53.96% females are literate. There are about 424 houses in bichkandi village. Pincode of bichkandi village locality is 742173.
When it comes to administration, Bichkandi village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bichkandi village comes under Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandi is nearest town to bichkandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Bichkandi
The population details of Bichkandi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 924 | 847 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 285 | 139 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 580 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 344 | 390 |
Connectivity of Bichkandi
| 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 |
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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%.