Pilkhana
Pilkhana is a village located in Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.2km away from sub-district headquarter Murshidabad (tehsildar office) and 9.8km away from district headquarter Berhampore. As per 2009 stats, Prasadpur is the gram panchayat of Pilkhana village.
Pilkhana 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 Pilkhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pilkhana is 314850. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742149. Lalbagh is nearest town to Pilkhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Pilkhana
Population of Pilkhana
Below is a concise population overview of Pilkhana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 357 | 191 | 166 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
Literate Population | 227 | 128 | 99 |
Illiterate Population | 130 | 63 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pilkhana village:
- The total population of Pilkhana village is around 357, including approximately 191 males and 166 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Pilkhana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pilkhana village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pilkhana village is about 63.59%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 59.64%.
- There are around 83 households in Pilkhana village.
Connectivity of Pilkhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pilkhana. As per the 2011 stats, Pilkhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pilkhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Pilkhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pilkhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pilkhana
- Where is Pilkhana located?
- Pilkhana village is situated in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pilkhana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pilkhana is Prasadpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pilkhana?
- The pincode of Pilkhana is 742149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pilkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pilkhana is 357, with 191 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Pilkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pilkhana village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pilkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pilkhana is 63.59%. The male literacy rate is 67.02%, while the female literacy rate is 59.64%.