Paikan

Paikan is a village located in Bhangar Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Bhangar (tehsildar office) and 53.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Beenta Ii is the gram panchayat of Paikan village.

Paikan has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Paikan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paikan is 333726. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743502. Dum Dum is nearest town to Paikan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Paikan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,452 746 706
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 110 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,034 547 487
Illiterate Population 418 199 219

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

  • The total population of Paikan village is around 1,452, including approximately 746 males and 706 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Paikan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Paikan village is about 71.21%, with male literacy at 73.32% and female literacy at 68.98%.
  • There are around 260 households in Paikan village.

Connectivity of Paikan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paikan. As per the 2011 stats, Paikan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Paikan

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

Naoabad Pitha Pukuria Jiran Gachhi Wari Benota Chariswar Suk Pukuria Krolbaria Bamunia Kachua Uttar Narikel Beria

Frequently Asked Questions about Paikan

Where is Paikan located?
Paikan village is situated in Bhangar Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paikan is Beenta Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paikan?
The pincode of Paikan is 743502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paikan is 1,452, with 746 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paikan village has a total of 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikan is 71.21%. The male literacy rate is 73.32%, while the female literacy rate is 68.98%.