Kalikapur
Kalikapur is a village located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 78.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Paikar Ii is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalikapur unique in its vibrant Murarai Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kalikapur’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 Kalikapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikapur is 316124. The village spans a total geographical area of 246.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731221. Rampurhat is nearest town to Kalikapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalikapur 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 Kalikapur
Population of Kalikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikapur has a total population of about 3,459, with approximately 1,803 males and 1,656 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 560 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 398 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.90%, with male literacy at about 48.53% and female literacy near 40.94%. There are around 772 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalikapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,459 | 1,803 | 1,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 302 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 196 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,553 | 875 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,906 | 928 | 978 |
Connectivity of Kalikapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalikapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalikapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalikapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalikapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalikapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikapur
- Where is Kalikapur located?
- Kalikapur village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Paikar Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalikapur?
- The pincode of Kalikapur is 731221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikapur is 3,459, with 1,803 males and 1,656 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikapur village has a total of 772 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikapur is 44.90%. The male literacy rate is 48.53%, while the female literacy rate is 40.94%.