Kaligaon
Kaligaon is a village located in Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Lohaghat (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Champawat. As per 2009 stats, Kaligaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaligaon unique in its vibrant Lohaghat-Champawat region. You’ll see Kaligaon’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 Kaligaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaligaon is 054249. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262524. Lohaghat is nearest town to Kaligaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Kaligaon
Population of Kaligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kaligaon has a total population of about 1,307, with approximately 636 males and 671 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.90%, with male literacy at about 84.43% and female literacy near 67.81%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaligaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 636 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 992 | 537 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 99 | 216 |
Connectivity of Kaligaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaligaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kaligaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaligaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaligaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaligaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaligaon
- Where is Kaligaon located?
- Kaligaon village is situated in Lohaghat Tehsil, within the Champawat district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaligaon?
- Kaligaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaligaon?
- The pincode of Kaligaon is 262524, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaligaon is 1,307, with 636 males and 671 females.
- How many households are there in Kaligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaligaon village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaligaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaligaon is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 84.43%, while the female literacy rate is 67.81%.