Elahiganj

Elahiganj is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.2km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 13.6km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Dahapara is the gram panchayat of Elahiganj village.

Elahiganj 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 Elahiganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elahiganj is 314814. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742113. Lalbagh is nearest town to Elahiganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Elahiganj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,616 1,319 1,297
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 307 160 147
Scheduled Castes (SC) 26 13 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,671 888 783
Illiterate Population 945 431 514

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

  • The total population of Elahiganj village is around 2,616, including approximately 1,319 males and 1,297 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 307 children aged 0–6 years in Elahiganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Elahiganj village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Elahiganj village is about 63.88%, with male literacy at 67.32% and female literacy at 60.37%.
  • There are around 588 households in Elahiganj village.

Connectivity of Elahiganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elahiganj. As per the 2011 stats, Elahiganj 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Elahiganj

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

Gerddahabeli Dahapara Farrabag Rosnaiganj Raitanbag Arazi Saikuli Saikuli Diar Chaitanpur Khosbag Budhra Belun

Frequently Asked Questions about Elahiganj

Where is Elahiganj located?
Elahiganj village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elahiganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Elahiganj is Dahapara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Elahiganj?
The pincode of Elahiganj is 742113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Elahiganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elahiganj is 2,616, with 1,319 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Elahiganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Elahiganj village has a total of 588 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elahiganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elahiganj is 63.88%. The male literacy rate is 67.32%, while the female literacy rate is 60.37%.