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)
As per Census 2011, Calicut (Rv) village has a total population of 4,033 people, consisting of 2,084 males and 1,949 females. The village has 966 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,225 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Calicut (Rv) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,033 | 2,084 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| 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) has a total population of 4,033, including 2,084 males and 1,949 females.
How many households are there in Calicut (Rv)?
There are 966 households in Calicut (Rv).
What is the literacy rate in Calicut (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Calicut (Rv) is 79.97%. Male literacy is 83.64% and female literacy is 76.04%.