Banhichar
Banhichar is a village located in Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from Tamluk, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Banhichar village. As per 2009 stats, Pipulberia Ii is the gram panchayat of Banhichar village.
Banhichar has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Banhichar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banhichar is 344512. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721627. Tamluk is nearest town to Banhichar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
As per 2019 stats, Banhichar village comes under Tamluk assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Banhichar
Below is a concise population overview of Banhichar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,670 | 1,883 | 1,787 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 227 | 213 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,911 | 1,569 | 1,342 |
Illiterate Population | 759 | 314 | 445 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Banhichar village:
- The total population of Banhichar village is around 3,670, including approximately 1,883 males and 1,787 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 440 children aged 0–6 years in Banhichar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Banhichar village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Banhichar village is about 79.32%, with male literacy at 83.32% and female literacy at 75.10%.
- There are around 792 households in Banhichar village.
Connectivity of Banhichar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banhichar. As per the 2011 stats, Banhichar 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 <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banhichar
Knowing the nearby villages of Banhichar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banhichar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banhichar
- Where is Banhichar located?
- Banhichar village is situated in Tamluk Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banhichar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banhichar is Pipulberia Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banhichar?
- The pincode of Banhichar is 721627, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banhichar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banhichar is 3,670, with 1,883 males and 1,787 females.
- How many households are there in Banhichar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banhichar village has a total of 792 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banhichar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banhichar is 79.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.32%, while the female literacy rate is 75.10%.