Kalahapur
Kalahapur is a village located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 90.8km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Amdole is the gram panchayat of Kalahapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalahapur unique in its vibrant Murarai Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kalahapur’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 Kalahapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalahapur is 316086. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731219. Rampurhat is nearest town to Kalahapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalahapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalahapur
Population of Kalahapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalahapur has a total population of about 3,829, with approximately 1,944 males and 1,885 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 612 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.20%, with male literacy at about 46.76% and female literacy near 39.52%. There are around 822 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalahapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,829 | 1,944 | 1,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 317 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,275 | 651 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,654 | 909 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,175 | 1,035 | 1,140 |
Connectivity of Kalahapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalahapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalahapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalahapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalahapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalahapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalahapur
- Where is Kalahapur located?
- Kalahapur village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalahapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalahapur is Amdole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalahapur?
- The pincode of Kalahapur is 731219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalahapur is 3,829, with 1,944 males and 1,885 females.
- How many households are there in Kalahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalahapur village has a total of 822 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalahapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalahapur is 43.20%. The male literacy rate is 46.76%, while the female literacy rate is 39.52%.