Bijekhor

Bijekhor is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.9km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 79.1km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Panditpota Ii is the gram panchayat of Bijekhor village.

Here you can discover what makes Bijekhor unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bijekhor’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 Bijekhor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijekhor is 309031. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Bijekhor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bijekhor 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj 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 Bijekhor

According to the 2011 Census, Bijekhor has a total population of about 958, with approximately 424 males and 534 females. The sex ratio is around 1259 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.91%, with male literacy at about 40.09% and female literacy near 20.04%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijekhor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 958 424 534
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 236 100 136
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 31 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 277 170 107
Illiterate Population 681 254 427

Connectivity of Bijekhor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijekhor. As per the 2011 stats, Bijekhor 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bijekhor

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bijekhor

Where is Bijekhor located?
Bijekhor village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bijekhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Bijekhor is Panditpota Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bijekhor?
The pincode of Bijekhor is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bijekhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijekhor is 958, with 424 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Bijekhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bijekhor village has a total of 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijekhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijekhor is 28.91%. The male literacy rate is 40.09%, while the female literacy rate is 20.04%.