Kalighati - Bhim, Rajsamand
Kalighati is a village situated in the Bhim tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhim and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Baggar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalighati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalighati is 096499. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 313341 pincode. Deogarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalighati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalighati
According to the 2011 Census, Kalighati village had a total population of 624 people, including 322 males and 302 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 53.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 624 | 322 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 237 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 85 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Kalighati
Kalighati 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 Kalighati
Kalighati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kalighati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Deogarh to Kalighati is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Kalighati is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalighati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalighati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalighati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalighati 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalighati
Where is Kalighati located?
Kalighati village is located in Bhim Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalighati?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalighati is Baggar.
What is the pincode of Kalighati?
The pincode of Kalighati is 313341.
What is the population of Kalighati?
Kalighati had a total population of 624, including 322 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Kalighati?
Kalighati had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalighati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalighati was 70.60%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 53.64%.