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.

Alkusa 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 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.

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Population of Alkusa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Alkusa village is around 1,069, including approximately 562 males and 507 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Alkusa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alkusa village has 718 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Alkusa village is about 62.21%, with male literacy at 74.20% and female literacy at 48.92%.
  • There are around 198 households in Alkusa village.

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.

Ketlapur Alias Nutandi Gobindapur Mahuda Kashiberia Dhulabad Bhagaband Chautala Dheria Sanar Mapuidi Goaladi

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%.