Kalgachia - Kalgachia, Barpeta
Kalgachia is a village situated in the Kalgachia subdivision of Barpeta district, Assam. Kalgachia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalgachia is 282715. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.22 hectares and falls under the 781319 pincode.
Kalgachia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalgachia
As per Census 2011, Kalgachia village has a total population of 6,304 people, consisting of 3,229 males and 3,075 females. The village has 1,286 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,031 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,567 literate and 2,737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalgachia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,304 | 3,229 | 3,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,031 | 509 | 522 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,567 | 1,992 | 1,575 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,737 | 1,237 | 1,500 |
Nearby Villages of Kalgachia
Kalgachia 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 Kalgachia
Kalgachia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kalgachia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barpeta to Kalgachia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalgachia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalgachia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalgachia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalgachia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalgachia
Where is Kalgachia located?
Kalgachia village is located in Kalgachia Subdivision, Barpeta district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalgachia?
Kalgachia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalgachia?
The pincode of Kalgachia is 781319.
What is the population of Kalgachia?
Kalgachia has a total population of 6,304, including 3,229 males and 3,075 females.
How many households are there in Kalgachia?
There are 1,286 households in Kalgachia.
What is the literacy rate in Kalgachia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalgachia is 56.58%. Male literacy is 61.69% and female literacy is 51.22%.