Kalidas
Kalidas is a village located in Pothia subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Pothia (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Gorukhal is the gram panchayat of Kalidas village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalidas unique in its vibrant Pothia-Kishanganj region. You’ll see Kalidas’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 Kalidas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalidas is 222541. The village spans a total geographical area of 519 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855117. Thakurganj is nearest town to Kalidas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kalidas
Population of Kalidas
According to the 2011 Census, Kalidas has a total population of about 3,097, with approximately 1,578 males and 1,519 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 670 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 514. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.85%, with male literacy at about 58.05% and female literacy near 37.26%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalidas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,097 | 1,578 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 353 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 259 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 1,482 | 916 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 662 | 953 |
Connectivity of Kalidas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalidas. As per the 2011 stats, Kalidas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalidas
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalidas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalidas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalidas
- Where is Kalidas located?
- Kalidas village is situated in Pothia Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalidas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalidas is Gorukhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalidas?
- The pincode of Kalidas is 855117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalidas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalidas is 3,097, with 1,578 males and 1,519 females.
- How many households are there in Kalidas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalidas village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalidas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalidas is 47.85%. The male literacy rate is 58.05%, while the female literacy rate is 37.26%.