Alkusa
Alkusa is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.5km away from sub-district headquarter Para (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dubra is the gram panchayat of Alkusa village.
Here you can discover what makes Alkusa unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Alkusa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Alkusa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alkusa is 330083. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723145. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Alkusa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Alkusa
Population of Alkusa
According to the 2011 Census, Alkusa has a total population of about 1,069, with approximately 562 males and 507 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 718 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.21%, with male literacy at about 74.20% and female literacy near 48.92%. There are around 198 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alkusa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 562 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 718 | 371 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 665 | 417 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 145 | 259 |
Connectivity of Alkusa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alkusa. As per the 2011 stats, Alkusa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alkusa
Knowing the nearby villages of Alkusa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alkusa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alkusa
- Where is Alkusa located?
- Alkusa village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alkusa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alkusa is Dubra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alkusa?
- The pincode of Alkusa is 723145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alkusa is 1,069, with 562 males and 507 females.
- How many households are there in Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alkusa village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alkusa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alkusa is 62.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.20%, while the female literacy rate is 48.92%.