Kalikabera - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Kalikabera is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Bandgaon and around 38 km from Chaibasa. Karaikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikabera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikabera is 377209. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.59 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakrdharpur is the nearest town.
Kalikabera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalikabera
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikabera village had a total population of 225 people, including 112 males and 113 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.87%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 67.01%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 81 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikabera
Kalikabera 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 Kalikabera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kalikabera. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalikabera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Kalikabera is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikabera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikabera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalikabera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikabera 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalikabera
Where is Kalikabera located?
Kalikabera village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikabera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikabera is Karaikela.
What is the pincode of Kalikabera?
The pincode of Kalikabera is 833201.
What is the population of Kalikabera?
Kalikabera had a total population of 225, including 112 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kalikabera?
Kalikabera had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikabera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikabera was 74.87%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 67.01%.