Kalighat
About Kalighat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalighat village is 645237. Kalighat village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 502.02 hectares. Kalighat has a total population of 1,759 peoples, out of which male population is 909 while female population is 850. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalighat village is 74.25% out of which 76.57% males and 71.76% females are literate. There are about 490 houses in kalighat village.
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
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,759 | 909 | 850 |
| Children (0-6) | 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 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
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%.