Baul

Baul is a village located in Itahar subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.2km away from sub-district headquarter Itahar. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Baul village. As per 2009 stats, Chhayghara is the gram panchayat of Baul village.

Baul has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Baul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baul is 310153. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733128. Raiganj is nearest town to Baul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Baul

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 122 59 63
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 10 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 28 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 59 27 32
Literate Population 36 22 14
Illiterate Population 86 37 49

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

  • The total population of Baul village is around 122, including approximately 59 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Baul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baul village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baul village is about 29.51%, with male literacy at 37.29% and female literacy at 22.22%.
  • There are around 29 households in Baul village.

Connectivity of Baul

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

Nearby Villages of Baul

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

Bhagnail Asrafpur Mahamadpur Chhayghara Nandangaon Parbbatipur Panpara Uttar Jamalpur Kochpara Laskarpur Bara Kundana

Frequently Asked Questions about Baul

Where is Baul located?
Baul village is situated in Itahar Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baul?
The Gram Panchayat of Baul is Chhayghara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baul?
The pincode of Baul is 733128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baul is 122, with 59 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Baul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baul village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baul is 29.51%. The male literacy rate is 37.29%, while the female literacy rate is 22.22%.