Bilkandi
Bilkandi is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.7km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 20.5km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Bahadurpur is the gram panchayat of Bilkandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Bilkandi unique in its vibrant Murshidabad Jiaganj-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Bilkandi’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 Bilkandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilkandi is 314904. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742113. Jiaganj is nearest town to Bilkandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Bilkandi
Population of Bilkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Bilkandi has a total population of about 2,930, with approximately 1,487 males and 1,443 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.38%, with male literacy at about 55.41% and female literacy near 45.18%. There are around 590 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bilkandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,930 | 1,487 | 1,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 213 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,456 | 731 | 725 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,476 | 824 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,454 | 663 | 791 |
Connectivity of Bilkandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilkandi. As per the 2011 stats, Bilkandi 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 Bilkandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilkandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilkandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilkandi
- Where is Bilkandi located?
- Bilkandi village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilkandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bilkandi is Bahadurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bilkandi?
- The pincode of Bilkandi is 742113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bilkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilkandi is 2,930, with 1,487 males and 1,443 females.
- How many households are there in Bilkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilkandi village has a total of 590 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilkandi is 50.38%. The male literacy rate is 55.41%, while the female literacy rate is 45.18%.