Kalighat
Kalighat is a village located in Diglipur tehsil of North & Middle Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Diglipur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Mayabunder. As per 2009 stats, Kalighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalighat unique in its vibrant Diglipur-North & Middle Andaman region. You’ll see Kalighat’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 Kalighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalighat is 645237. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.02 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Kalighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 296km away.
Google Map of Kalighat
Population of Kalighat
According to the 2011 Census, Kalighat has a total population of about 1,759, with approximately 909 males and 850 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.25%, with male literacy at about 76.57% and female literacy near 71.76%. There are around 490 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 909 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 89 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 696 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 213 | 240 |
Connectivity of Kalighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalighat. As per the 2011 stats, Kalighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalighat
- Where is Kalighat located?
- Kalighat village is situated in Diglipur Tehsil, within the North & Middle Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalighat?
- Kalighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kalighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalighat is 1,759, with 909 males and 850 females.
- How many households are there in Kalighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalighat village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalighat is 74.25%. The male literacy rate is 76.57%, while the female literacy rate is 71.76%.