Bijgaon
Bijgaon is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bijgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kamalabari I is the gram panchayat of Bijgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Bijgaon unique in its vibrant Raiganj-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Bijgaon’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 Bijgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bijgaon is 309672. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733130. Raiganj is nearest town to Bijgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Bijgaon
Population of Bijgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bijgaon has a total population of about 1,342, with approximately 683 males and 659 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 217 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 624 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.09%, with male literacy at about 57.69% and female literacy near 46.28%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bijgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 683 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 106 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 321 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 394 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 289 | 354 |
Connectivity of Bijgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bijgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bijgaon 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bijgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bijgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bijgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bijgaon
- Where is Bijgaon located?
- Bijgaon village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bijgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bijgaon is Kamalabari I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bijgaon?
- The pincode of Bijgaon is 733130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bijgaon is 1,342, with 683 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Bijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bijgaon village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bijgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bijgaon is 52.09%. The male literacy rate is 57.69%, while the female literacy rate is 46.28%.