Kalikapur
Kalikapur is a village located in Adityapur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Gamharia (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Seraikela-kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalikapur unique in its vibrant Adityapur-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Kalikapur’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 Kalikapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikapur is 379132. The village spans a total geographical area of 32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832108. Adityapur is nearest town to Kalikapur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kalikapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalikapur
Population of Kalikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikapur has a total population of about 2,199, with approximately 1,191 males and 1,008 females. The sex ratio is around 846 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.27%, with male literacy at about 85.47% and female literacy near 87.20%. There are around 491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalikapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,191 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 121 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 39 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,897 | 1,018 | 879 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 173 | 129 |
Connectivity of Kalikapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalikapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalikapur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalikapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalikapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalikapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikapur
- Where is Kalikapur located?
- Kalikapur village is situated in Adityapur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
- Kalikapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalikapur?
- The pincode of Kalikapur is 832108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikapur is 2,199, with 1,191 males and 1,008 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikapur village has a total of 491 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikapur is 86.27%. The male literacy rate is 85.47%, while the female literacy rate is 87.20%.