Paikan
About Paikan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paikan village is 334201. Paikan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 101.67 hectares. Paikan has a total population of 2,007 peoples, out of which male population is 1,038 while female population is 969. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 933 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paikan village is 70.70% out of which 76.11% males and 64.91% females are literate. There are about 472 houses in paikan village. Pincode of paikan village 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
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,007 | 1,038 | 969 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 790 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 248 | 340 |
Connectivity of Paikan
| 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 |
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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%.