Bahirkunji

Bahirkunji is a village located in Budge Budge Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dongaria (tehsildar office) and 32.1km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Burul is the gram panchayat of Bahirkunji village.

Bahirkunji 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 Bahirkunji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahirkunji is 333349. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743318. Dakhin Raipur is nearest town to Bahirkunji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bahirkunji village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Satgachhia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bahirkunji

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,666 1,874 1,792
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 442 215 227
Scheduled Castes (SC) 682 334 348
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,343 1,263 1,080
Illiterate Population 1,323 611 712

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

  • The total population of Bahirkunji village is around 3,666, including approximately 1,874 males and 1,792 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 442 children aged 0–6 years in Bahirkunji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahirkunji village has 682 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bahirkunji village is about 63.91%, with male literacy at 67.40% and female literacy at 60.27%.
  • There are around 808 households in Bahirkunji village.

Connectivity of Bahirkunji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahirkunji. As per the 2011 stats, Bahirkunji 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bahirkunji

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bahirkunji

Where is Bahirkunji located?
Bahirkunji village is situated in Budge Budge Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahirkunji?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahirkunji is Burul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bahirkunji?
The pincode of Bahirkunji is 743318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bahirkunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahirkunji is 3,666, with 1,874 males and 1,792 females.
How many households are there in Bahirkunji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bahirkunji village has a total of 808 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahirkunji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahirkunji is 63.91%. The male literacy rate is 67.40%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.