Birkanda
Birkanda is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sankrail are the district & sub-district headquarters of Birkanda village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kultikri is the gram panchayat of Birkanda village.
Birkanda has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Birkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Birkanda is 341392. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721135. Jhargram is nearest town to Birkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Birkanda
Below is a concise population overview of Birkanda 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 | 186 | 93 | 93 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
Literate Population | 106 | 62 | 44 |
Illiterate Population | 80 | 31 | 49 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Birkanda village:
- The total population of Birkanda village is around 186, including approximately 93 males and 93 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Birkanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Birkanda village has 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Birkanda village is about 56.99%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 47.31%.
- There are around 45 households in Birkanda village.
Connectivity of Birkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Birkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Birkanda 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Birkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Birkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Birkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birkanda
- Where is Birkanda located?
- Birkanda village is situated in Sankrail Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Birkanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Birkanda is Kultikri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Birkanda?
- The pincode of Birkanda is 721135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Birkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Birkanda is 186, with 93 males and 93 females.
- How many households are there in Birkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Birkanda village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Birkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Birkanda is 56.99%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 47.31%.