Bonkanda

Bonkanda is a village located in Barasat Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.3km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnapur. Barasat is the district headquarter of Bonkanda village. As per 2009 stats, Falti Beliaghata is the gram panchayat of Bonkanda village.

Bonkanda has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Bonkanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bonkanda is 323246. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743428. Barasat is nearest town to Bonkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bonkanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bonkanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,753 1,427 1,326
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 175 160
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,181 1,182 999
Illiterate Population 572 245 327

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

  • The total population of Bonkanda village is around 2,753, including approximately 1,427 males and 1,326 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Bonkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bonkanda village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bonkanda village is about 79.22%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 75.34%.
  • There are around 566 households in Bonkanda village.

Connectivity of Bonkanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bonkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Bonkanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bonkanda

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

Mochpol Shankar Gachhi Tegharia Puturi Simulgachhi Baidyapur Tona Bilasi Raigram Kismatsonatikri Sonatikri

Frequently Asked Questions about Bonkanda

Where is Bonkanda located?
Bonkanda village is situated in Barasat Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bonkanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonkanda is Falti Beliaghata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bonkanda?
The pincode of Bonkanda is 743428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bonkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bonkanda is 2,753, with 1,427 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Bonkanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bonkanda village has a total of 566 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bonkanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bonkanda is 79.22%. The male literacy rate is 82.83%, while the female literacy rate is 75.34%.