Paikan

Paikan is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.4km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 32.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur 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 334201. The village spans a total geographical area of 101.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743318. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Paikan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km 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 2,007 1,038 969
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 226 121 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 472 240 232
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,419 790 629
Illiterate Population 588 248 340

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

  • The total population of Paikan village is around 2,007, including approximately 1,038 males and 969 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Paikan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paikan village has 472 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paikan village is about 70.70%, with male literacy at 76.11% and female literacy at 64.91%.
  • There are around 472 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 <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
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.

Baidya Khali Pakur Tala Sriballabhpur Bakul Tala Khord Bakultala Barasat Krishnapur Mamudpur Dakshin Nala Guthari Paschim Daulatpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Paikan

Where is Paikan located?
Paikan village is situated in Falta 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 Gopalpur (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 743318, 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 2,007, with 1,038 males and 969 females.
How many households are there in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paikan village has a total of 472 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paikan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paikan is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 76.11%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.