Lanka
About Lanka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lanka village is 331892. Lanka village is located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 40.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Bansbera is the gram panchayat of Lanka village.
The total geographical area of village is 154.7 hectares. Lanka has a total population of 546 peoples, out of which male population is 270 while female population is 276. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1022 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lanka village is 64.47% out of which 75.19% males and 53.99% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in lanka village. Pincode of lanka village locality is 723127.
Puruliya is nearest town to lanka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Lanka
The population details of Lanka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 270 | 276 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81 | 37 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 352 | 203 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 67 | 127 |
Connectivity of Lanka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Lanka
Frequently Asked Questions about Lanka
Where is Lanka located?
Lanka village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanka is Bansbera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lanka?
The pincode of Lanka is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lanka is 546, with 270 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Lanka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lanka village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lanka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lanka is 64.47%. The male literacy rate is 75.19%, while the female literacy rate is 53.99%.