Bolhanja
Bolhanja is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 87.4km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Matikunda I is the gram panchayat of Bolhanja village.
Here you can discover what makes Bolhanja unique in its vibrant Islampur-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bolhanja’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 Bolhanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bolhanja is 308998. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Bolhanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bolhanja 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.
Google Map of Bolhanja
Population of Bolhanja
According to the 2011 Census, Bolhanja has a total population of about 2,880, with approximately 1,514 males and 1,366 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,360 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.01%, with male literacy at about 52.58% and female literacy near 40.85%. There are around 580 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bolhanja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,880 | 1,514 | 1,366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 262 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,360 | 714 | 646 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 796 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,526 | 718 | 808 |
Connectivity of Bolhanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bolhanja. As per the 2011 stats, Bolhanja 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bolhanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Bolhanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bolhanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bolhanja
- Where is Bolhanja located?
- Bolhanja village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bolhanja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bolhanja is Matikunda I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bolhanja?
- The pincode of Bolhanja is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bolhanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bolhanja is 2,880, with 1,514 males and 1,366 females.
- How many households are there in Bolhanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bolhanja village has a total of 580 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bolhanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bolhanja is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 52.58%, while the female literacy rate is 40.85%.