Calicut
Calicut is a village located in Port Blair tehsil of South Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 14km away from Port Blair, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Calicut village. As per 2009 stats, Calicut village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Calicut unique in its vibrant Port Blair-South Andaman region. You’ll see Calicut’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 Calicut
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Calicut is 645536. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.5 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Calicut village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Calicut
Population of Calicut
According to the 2011 Census, Calicut has a total population of about 4,033, with approximately 2,084 males and 1,949 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 454 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 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.97%, with male literacy at about 83.64% and female literacy near 76.04%. There are around 966 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Calicut's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,033 | 2,084 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,225 | 1,743 | 1,482 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 341 | 467 |
Connectivity of Calicut
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Calicut. As per the 2011 stats, Calicut 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 Calicut
Knowing the nearby villages of Calicut helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Calicut.
Frequently Asked Questions about Calicut
- Where is Calicut located?
- Calicut village is situated in Port Blair Tehsil, within the South Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Calicut?
- Calicut serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Calicut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Calicut is 4,033, with 2,084 males and 1,949 females.
- How many households are there in Calicut as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Calicut village has a total of 966 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Calicut as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Calicut is 79.97%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 76.04%.