Bewa

Bewa is a village located in Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Farakka are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bewa village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bewa I is the gram panchayat of Bewa village.

Bewa 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 Bewa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bewa is 313794. The village spans a total geographical area of 817.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742212. Dhulian is nearest town to Bewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Bewa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15,265 7,780 7,485
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,319 1,190 1,129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,699 862 837
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 242 124 118
Literate Population 8,173 4,612 3,561
Illiterate Population 7,092 3,168 3,924

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

  • The total population of Bewa village is around 15,265, including approximately 7,780 males and 7,485 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,319 children aged 0–6 years in Bewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bewa village has 1,699 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bewa village is about 53.54%, with male literacy at 59.28% and female literacy at 47.58%.
  • There are around 3,199 households in Bewa village.

Connectivity of Bewa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bewa. As per the 2011 stats, Bewa 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bewa

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

Kendua Uttar Bhabanipur Birkendua Dohitpur Fatepur Sikarpur Jadabpur Nimtala Bharatpur Gobindarampur Puran Chandipur Saheb Nagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Bewa

Where is Bewa located?
Bewa village is situated in Farakka Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bewa is Bewa I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bewa?
The pincode of Bewa is 742212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bewa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bewa is 15,265, with 7,780 males and 7,485 females.
How many households are there in Bewa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bewa village has a total of 3,199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bewa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bewa is 53.54%. The male literacy rate is 59.28%, while the female literacy rate is 47.58%.