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{{Infobox settlement | {{Infobox settlement | ||
| name = Bilkanda | | name = Bilkanda | ||
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| subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts of West Bengal|District]] | | subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts of West Bengal|District]] | ||
| subdivision_name2 = [[North 24 Parganas]] | | subdivision_name2 = [[North 24 Parganas]] | ||
| established_title = | | established_title = <!-- Established --> | ||
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{{OSM Location map | {{OSM Location map | ||
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| coord={{coord|22|41|47|N|88|24|32|E}}| float=left|caption='''Cities and towns in the southern portion of Barrackpore subdivision in North 24 Parganas district''' | | coord={{coord|22|41|47|N|88|24|32|E}}| float=left|caption='''Cities and towns in the southern portion of Barrackpore subdivision in North 24 Parganas district'''<br/>M: municipal city/ town, CT: census town,<br/> N: neighbourhood/ administrative location<br/>Owing to space constraints in the small map, the actual locations in a larger map may vary slightly | ||
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|mark-coord9={{coord|22|41|31|N|88|22|12|E}} | label-pos9=right|label9=Panihati| numbered9=M| mark-title9= [[Panihati]] (M)| | |mark-coord9={{coord|22|41|31|N|88|22|12|E}} | label-pos9=right|label9=Panihati| numbered9=M| mark-title9= [[Panihati]] (M)| | ||
|mark-coord10={{coord|22|41|57|N|88|24|32|E}} | label-pos10=right|label10=Ghola| numbered10=N| mark-title10= [[Ghola, North 24 Parganas|Ghola]] (N)|shape-color10=#C42222 | |mark-coord10={{coord|22|41|57|N|88|24|32|E}} | label-pos10=right|label10=Ghola| numbered10=N| mark-title10= [[Ghola, North 24 Parganas|Ghola]] (N)|shape-color10=#C42222 | ||
|mark-coord11={{coord|22|42|28|N|88|24|41|E}} | label-pos11=top|label11=Bilkanda| numbered11=CT| mark-title11= Bilkanda (CT)|shape-color11=black| label-size11=13|label-color11=black | |mark-coord11={{coord|22|42|28|N|88|24|41|E}} | label-pos11=top|label11=Bilkanda| numbered11=CT| mark-title11= Bilkanda (CT)|shape-color11=black| label-size11=13|label-color11=black <!-- make the subject of the article stand out with black colors --> | ||
|mark-coord12={{coord|22|41|30|N|88|25|12|E}} | label-pos12=right|label12=Muragachha| numbered12=CT| mark-title12= [[Muragachha]] (CT)|shape-color12=#A40000 | |mark-coord12={{coord|22|41|30|N|88|25|12|E}} | label-pos12=right|label12=Muragachha| numbered12=CT| mark-title12= [[Muragachha]] (CT)|shape-color12=#A40000 | ||
|mark-coord13={{coord|22|42|41|N|88|26|0|E}} | label-pos13=right|label13=Talbandha| numbered13=CT| mark-title13= [[Talbandha]] (CT)|shape-color13=#A40000 | |mark-coord13={{coord|22|42|41|N|88|26|0|E}} | label-pos13=right|label13=Talbandha| numbered13=CT| mark-title13= [[Talbandha]] (CT)|shape-color13=#A40000 | ||
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===Location=== | ===Location=== | ||
[[Sodepur]], [[Muragachha]] and [[Karna Madhabpur]] are located nearby. | [[Sodepur]], [[Muragachha]] and [[Karna Madhabpur]] are located nearby.<ref name=google>Google maps</ref> | ||
96% of the population of [[Barrackpore subdivision]] (partly presented in the map alongside, all places marked in the map are link in the full screen map) lives in urban areas. In 2011, it had a density of population of 10,967 per km | 96% of the population of [[Barrackpore subdivision]] (partly presented in the map alongside, all places marked in the map are link in the full screen map) lives in urban areas. In 2011, it had a density of population of 10,967 per km<sup>2</sup>. The subdivision has 16 municipalities and 24 census towns.<ref name=handbook2013>{{cite web |url = http://wbpspm.gov.in/publications/District%20Statistical%20Handbook |title = District Statistical Handbook |work = North 24 Parganas 2013, Tables 2.1, 2.2, 2.4b |publisher = Department of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of West Bengal |access-date = 2 May 2018 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190121045803/http://www.wbpspm.gov.in/publications/District%20Statistical%20Handbook |archive-date = 2019-01-21 |url-status = dead }}</ref> | ||
<small>For most of the cities/ towns information regarding density of population is available in the Infobox. Population data is not available for neighbourhoods. It is available for the entire Municipal area and thereafter ward-wise.</small> | |||
===Police station=== | ===Police station=== | ||
[[Khardaha#Police station|Khardaha]] police station under [[Barrackpore Police Commissionerate]] has jurisdiction over Khardaha Municipal area and [[Barrackpore II]] CD Block. | [[Khardaha#Police station|Khardaha]] police station under [[Barrackpore Police Commissionerate]] has jurisdiction over Khardaha Municipal area and [[Barrackpore II]] CD Block.<ref>{{cite web |url = http://wbpspm.gov.in/publications/District%20Statistical%20Handbook |title = District Statistical Handbook |work = North 24 Parganas 2013, Table 2.1 |publisher = Department of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of West Bengal |access-date = 15 June 2018 |archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20190121045803/http://www.wbpspm.gov.in/publications/District%20Statistical%20Handbook |archive-date = 2019-01-21 |url-status = dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url = http://policewb.gov.in/wbp/bkp_commissionerate.php | title = Barrackpore Police Commissionerate | work = List of Police Stations with telephone numbers | publisher = West Bengal Police | access-date = 15 June 2018 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20180612143852/http://policewb.gov.in/wbp/bkp_commissionerate.php | archive-date = 12 June 2018 | url-status = dead }}</ref> | ||
==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
As per the [[2011 Census of India]], Bilkanda had a total population of 6,081, of which 3,156 (52%) were males and 2,925 (48%) were females. Population below 6 years was 514. The total number of literates in Bilkanda was 4,605 (82.72% of the population over 6 years). | As per the [[2011 Census of India]], Bilkanda had a total population of 6,081, of which 3,156 (52%) were males and 2,925 (48%) were females. Population below 6 years was 514. The total number of literates in Bilkanda was 4,605 (82.72% of the population over 6 years).<ref name=census2011>{{cite web| url = http://censusindia.gov.in/pca/cdb_pca_census/Houselisting-housing-WB.html |title = C.D. Block Wise Primary Census Abstract Data(PCA) | work= West Bengal – District-wise CD Blocks|publisher= Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India | access-date = 15 June 2018}}</ref> | ||
==Infrastructure== | ==Infrastructure== | ||
As per the District Census Handbook 2011, Bilkanda covered an area of 0.5321&nbsp;km | As per the District Census Handbook 2011, Bilkanda covered an area of 0.5321&nbsp;km<sup>2</sup>. Amongst the medical facilities it had were a dispensary/ health centre, a family welfare centre, a maternity and child welfare centre, a maternity home and 3 medicine shops. Amongst the educational facilities it had were a primary school and a middle school. The nearest secondary and senior secondary schools were available 2&nbsp;km away at [[New Barrackpore]].<ref>{{cite web | url = http://censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/DCHB_A/19/1911_PART_A_DCHB_NORTH%20TWENTY%20FOUR%20PARGANAS.pdf | title = District Census Handbook North Twenty Four Parganas, Census of India 2011, Series 20, Part XII A | work= Section II Town Directory, Pages 781-783 Statement I: Growth History, Pages 799-803; Statement II: Physical Aspects and Location of Towns, Pages 791-794; Statement III: Civic and other Amenities, Pages 795-796; Statement IV: Medical Facilities 2009, Pages 803-805 Section: Educational, Recreational and Cultural Facilities | publisher = Directorate of Census Operations V, West Bengal |access-date = 19 June 2018}}</ref> | ||
==Transport== | ==Transport== | ||
Bilkanda is located on the Sodepur-Barasat Road. It is also near to [[Kalyani Expressway]]. | Bilkanda is located on the Sodepur-Barasat Road. It is also near to [[Kalyani Expressway]].<ref name=google>Google maps</ref> | ||
===Bus=== | ===Bus=== | ||
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===Train=== | ===Train=== | ||
The nearest railway stations are [[Madhyamgram railway station]] on the [[Sealdah-Hasnabad-Bangaon-Ranaghat line|Sealdah-Bangaon line]] and [[Sodepur railway station]] on the [[Sealdah-Ranaghat line]]. | The nearest railway stations are [[Madhyamgram railway station]] on the [[Sealdah-Hasnabad-Bangaon-Ranaghat line|Sealdah-Bangaon line]] and [[Sodepur railway station]] on the [[Sealdah-Ranaghat line]].<ref>{{cite web | url = https://indiarailinfo.com/train/timetable/sealdah-kalyani-simanta-local-31311/16438/325/958#st | title = 31311 Sealdah-Kalyani Simanta Local | work = Time Table | publisher = indiarailinfo | access-date = 15 June 2018}}</ref><ref name=google/><ref>{{cite web| url = https://indiarailinfo.com/train/timetable/sealdah-bangaon-local-33811/17298/325/7814#st |title = 33811 Sealdah-Bangaon local |work= Time Table| publisher= India Railinfo | access-date = 15 June 2018}}</ref> | ||
==Healthcare== | ==Healthcare== | ||
Block Primary Health Centre at Bandipur is located nearby. | Block Primary Health Centre at Bandipur is located nearby.<ref name=medical>{{cite web | url = https://www.wbhealth.gov.in/ | title = Health & Family Welfare Department | work = Health Statistics | publisher = Government of West Bengal | access-date = 15 June 2018 | archive-date = 28 October 2021 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20211028134305/https://qphs.fs.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-99a499ee367f0c1530476c81086270c8 | url-status = dead }}</ref><ref name=google/> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 11:35, 22 March 2026
Bilkanda | |
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Census Town | |
Location in West Bengal, India   Bilkanda Bilkanda (India) | |
| Coordinates: 22°42′15″N 88°24′45″E / 22.7042°N 88.4125°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | West Bengal |
| District | North 24 Parganas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.53 km2 (0.20 sq mi) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 6,081 |
| • Density | 11,000/km2 (30,000/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Bengali, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 700110 |
| Telephone code | +91 33 |
| Vehicle registration | WB |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Dum Dum |
| Vidhan Sabha constituency | Khardaha |
| Website | north24parganas |
Bilkanda is a census town in Barrackpore II CD Block in Barrackpore subdivision of North 24 Parganas district in the state of West Bengal, India.
Geography[edit | edit source]
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Location[edit | edit source]
Sodepur, Muragachha and Karna Madhabpur are located nearby.[1]
96% of the population of Barrackpore subdivision (partly presented in the map alongside, all places marked in the map are link in the full screen map) lives in urban areas. In 2011, it had a density of population of 10,967 per km2. The subdivision has 16 municipalities and 24 census towns.[2]
For most of the cities/ towns information regarding density of population is available in the Infobox. Population data is not available for neighbourhoods. It is available for the entire Municipal area and thereafter ward-wise.
Police station[edit | edit source]
Khardaha police station under Barrackpore Police Commissionerate has jurisdiction over Khardaha Municipal area and Barrackpore II CD Block.[3][4]
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As per the 2011 Census of India, Bilkanda had a total population of 6,081, of which 3,156 (52%) were males and 2,925 (48%) were females. Population below 6 years was 514. The total number of literates in Bilkanda was 4,605 (82.72% of the population over 6 years).[5]
Infrastructure[edit | edit source]
As per the District Census Handbook 2011, Bilkanda covered an area of 0.5321 km2. Amongst the medical facilities it had were a dispensary/ health centre, a family welfare centre, a maternity and child welfare centre, a maternity home and 3 medicine shops. Amongst the educational facilities it had were a primary school and a middle school. The nearest secondary and senior secondary schools were available 2 km away at New Barrackpore.[6]
Transport[edit | edit source]
Bilkanda is located on the Sodepur-Barasat Road. It is also near to Kalyani Expressway.[1]
Bus[edit | edit source]
Private Bus[edit | edit source]
- 214 Sajirhat - Babughat
- DN43 Barasat Checkpost - Dakshineswar
WBTC Bus[edit | edit source]
- AC10 Nilganj - Howrah Station
Bus Route Without Number[edit | edit source]
Train[edit | edit source]
The nearest railway stations are Madhyamgram railway station on the Sealdah-Bangaon line and Sodepur railway station on the Sealdah-Ranaghat line.[7][1][8]
Healthcare[edit | edit source]
Block Primary Health Centre at Bandipur is located nearby.[9][1]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Google maps
- ↑ "District Statistical Handbook". North 24 Parganas 2013, Tables 2.1, 2.2, 2.4b. Department of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of West Bengal. Archived from the original on 21 January 2019. Retrieved 2 May 2018.
- ↑ "District Statistical Handbook". North 24 Parganas 2013, Table 2.1. Department of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of West Bengal. Archived from the original on 21 January 2019. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
- ↑ "Barrackpore Police Commissionerate". List of Police Stations with telephone numbers. West Bengal Police. Archived from the original on 12 June 2018. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
- ↑ "C.D. Block Wise Primary Census Abstract Data(PCA)". West Bengal – District-wise CD Blocks. Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
- ↑ "District Census Handbook North Twenty Four Parganas, Census of India 2011, Series 20, Part XII A" (PDF). Section II Town Directory, Pages 781-783 Statement I: Growth History, Pages 799-803; Statement II: Physical Aspects and Location of Towns, Pages 791-794; Statement III: Civic and other Amenities, Pages 795-796; Statement IV: Medical Facilities 2009, Pages 803-805 Section: Educational, Recreational and Cultural Facilities. Directorate of Census Operations V, West Bengal. Retrieved 19 June 2018.
- ↑ "31311 Sealdah-Kalyani Simanta Local". Time Table. indiarailinfo. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
- ↑ "33811 Sealdah-Bangaon local". Time Table. India Railinfo. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
- ↑ "Health & Family Welfare Department". Health Statistics. Government of West Bengal. Archived from the original on 28 October 2021. Retrieved 15 June 2018.
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