Bikaur

Bikaur is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Bikaur village. As per 2009 stats, Domohona is the gram panchayat of Bikaur village.

Bikaur 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 Bikaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bikaur is 309512. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Bikaur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bikaur 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 Karandighi 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 Bikaur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,473 1,799 1,674
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 474 240 234
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,122 580 542
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 26 17 9
Literate Population 2,051 1,170 881
Illiterate Population 1,422 629 793

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

  • The total population of Bikaur village is around 3,473, including approximately 1,799 males and 1,674 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 474 children aged 0–6 years in Bikaur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bikaur village has 1,122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bikaur village is about 59.06%, with male literacy at 65.04% and female literacy at 52.63%.
  • There are around 652 households in Bikaur village.

Connectivity of Bikaur

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

Nearby Villages of Bikaur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bikaur

Where is Bikaur located?
Bikaur village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bikaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bikaur is Domohona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bikaur?
The pincode of Bikaur is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bikaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bikaur is 3,473, with 1,799 males and 1,674 females.
How many households are there in Bikaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bikaur village has a total of 652 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bikaur is 59.06%. The male literacy rate is 65.04%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.