Kalikapur - Madhepur, Madhubani
Kalikapur is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Matras serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikapur is 220834. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.41 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kalikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalikapur
As per Census 2011, Kalikapur village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 689 males and 631 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 807 literate and 513 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 689 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 109 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 486 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 203 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikapur
Kalikapur 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 Kalikapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kalikapur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kalikapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Kalikapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kalikapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikapur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kalikapur
Where is Kalikapur located?
Kalikapur village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Matras.
What is the pincode of Kalikapur?
The pincode of Kalikapur is 847402.
What is the population of Kalikapur?
Kalikapur has a total population of 1,320, including 689 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Kalikapur?
There are 318 households in Kalikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikapur is 61.14%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 50.87%.