Calicut (Rv) - Port Blair, South Andamans
Calicut (Rv) is a village situated in the Port Blair taluka of South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 14 km from Port Blair and around 14 km from Port Blair. Calicut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Calicut (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Calicut (Rv) is 645536. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.5 hectares and falls under the 744105 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Calicut (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Calicut (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Calicut (Rv) village had a total population of 4,033 people, including 2,084 males and 1,949 females, living in 966 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.11%, with male literacy at 93.56% and female literacy at 86.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,033 | 2,084 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,225 | 1,743 | 1,482 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 341 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Calicut (Rv)
Calicut (Rv) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Calicut (Rv)
Calicut (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Calicut (Rv) is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Port Blair to Calicut (Rv) is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Calicut (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Calicut (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Calicut (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Calicut (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Calicut (Rv)
Where is Calicut (Rv) located?
Calicut (Rv) village is located in Port Blair Taluka, South Andamans district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Calicut (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Calicut (Rv) is Calicut.
What is the pincode of Calicut (Rv)?
The pincode of Calicut (Rv) is 744105.
What is the population of Calicut (Rv)?
Calicut (Rv) had a total population of 4,033, including 2,084 males and 1,949 females.
How many households are there in Calicut (Rv)?
Calicut (Rv) had 966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Calicut (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Calicut (Rv) was 90.11%. Male literacy was 93.56% and female literacy was 86.36%.