Bikal Chak - Keshpur, Paschim Medinipur
Bikal Chak is a village situated in the Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Keshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bikal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikal Chak is 338370. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.34 hectares and falls under the 721150 pincode. Midnapore is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bikal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bikal Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Bikal Chak village had a total population of 956 people, including 527 males and 429 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.40%, with male literacy at 94.09% and female literacy at 83.65%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 527 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 430 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 97 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Bikal Chak
Bikal Chak is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bikal Chak
Bikal Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Midnapore to Bikal Chak is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikal Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bikal Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikal Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bikal Chak
Where is Bikal Chak located?
Bikal Chak village is located in Keshpur Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikal Chak is Keshpur.
What is the pincode of Bikal Chak?
The pincode of Bikal Chak is 721150.
What is the population of Bikal Chak?
Bikal Chak had a total population of 956, including 527 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Bikal Chak?
Bikal Chak had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikal Chak was 89.40%. Male literacy was 94.09% and female literacy was 83.65%.