Kalika
About Kalika
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalika village is 049138. Kalika village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kalika village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 637.46 hectares. Kalika has a total population of 2,881 peoples, out of which male population is 1,390 while female population is 1,491. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1072 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalika village is 70.15% out of which 79.06% males and 61.84% females are literate. There are about 613 houses in kalika village. Pincode of kalika village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Kalika village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalika village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to kalika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Kalika
The population details of Kalika cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,881 | 1,390 | 1,491 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 371 | 205 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 552 | 260 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,021 | 1,099 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 291 | 569 |
Connectivity of Kalika
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalika
Where is Kalika located?
Kalika village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalika?
Kalika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalika?
The pincode of Kalika is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalika is 2,881, with 1,390 males and 1,491 females.
How many households are there in Kalika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalika village has a total of 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalika is 70.15%. The male literacy rate is 79.06%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.