Bakeswar
Bakeswar is a village located in Bishnupur I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnupur (tehsildar office) and 25.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Panakua is the gram panchayat of Bakeswar village.
Here you can discover what makes Bakeswar unique in its vibrant Bishnupur I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Bakeswar’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 Bakeswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakeswar is 333403. The village spans a total geographical area of 211.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700103. Calcutta is nearest town to Bakeswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Bakeswar
Population of Bakeswar
According to the 2011 Census, Bakeswar has a total population of about 4,940, with approximately 2,477 males and 2,463 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 464 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,865 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.13%, with male literacy at about 79.94% and female literacy near 68.29%. There are around 1,150 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakeswar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,940 | 2,477 | 2,463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 246 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,865 | 1,453 | 1,412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,662 | 1,980 | 1,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 497 | 781 |
Connectivity of Bakeswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakeswar. As per the 2011 stats, Bakeswar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakeswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakeswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakeswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakeswar
- Where is Bakeswar located?
- Bakeswar village is situated in Bishnupur I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakeswar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bakeswar is Panakua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bakeswar?
- The pincode of Bakeswar is 700103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakeswar is 4,940, with 2,477 males and 2,463 females.
- How many households are there in Bakeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakeswar village has a total of 1,150 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakeswar is 74.13%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 68.29%.