Bara Hankol

Bara Hankol is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.8km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 41.8km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Chekya is the gram panchayat of Bara Hankol village.

Bara Hankol has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Bara Hankol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bara Hankol is 331460. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723213. Jhalda is nearest town to Bara Hankol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Bara Hankol

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,747 900 847
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 292 154 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) 173 84 89
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 5 6
Literate Population 680 485 195
Illiterate Population 1,067 415 652

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

  • The total population of Bara Hankol village is around 1,747, including approximately 900 males and 847 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Bara Hankol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bara Hankol village has 173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bara Hankol village is about 38.92%, with male literacy at 53.89% and female literacy at 23.02%.
  • There are around 317 households in Bara Hankol village.

Connectivity of Bara Hankol

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

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bara Hankol

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bara Hankol

Where is Bara Hankol located?
Bara Hankol village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Hankol?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Hankol is Chekya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bara Hankol?
The pincode of Bara Hankol is 723213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bara Hankol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bara Hankol is 1,747, with 900 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Bara Hankol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bara Hankol village has a total of 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Hankol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bara Hankol is 38.92%. The male literacy rate is 53.89%, while the female literacy rate is 23.02%.