Kailakuri - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Kailakuri is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 31.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Balijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kailakuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailakuri is 318142. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.71 hectares and falls under the 731123 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kailakuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kailakuri
According to the 2011 Census, Kailakuri village had a total population of 430 people, including 232 males and 198 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.84%, with male literacy at 83.49% and female literacy at 60.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 430 | 232 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 177 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 55 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kailakuri
Kailakuri 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 Kailakuri
Kailakuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kailakuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Kailakuri is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kailakuri is about 31.1 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 Kailakuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailakuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kailakuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailakuri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kailakuri
Where is Kailakuri located?
Kailakuri village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kailakuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kailakuri is Balijuri.
What is the pincode of Kailakuri?
The pincode of Kailakuri is 731123.
What is the population of Kailakuri?
Kailakuri had a total population of 430, including 232 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Kailakuri?
Kailakuri had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailakuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailakuri was 72.84%. Male literacy was 83.49% and female literacy was 60.44%.