Kichai

Kichai is a village located in Murarai Ii subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Paikar (tehsildar office) and 88.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jajigram is the gram panchayat of Kichai village.

Here you can discover what makes Kichai unique in its vibrant Murarai Ii-Birbhum region. You’ll see Kichai’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 Kichai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kichai is 316108. The village spans a total geographical area of 130.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731221. Jangipur is nearest town to Kichai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kichai 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.

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Population of Kichai

According to the 2011 Census, Kichai has a total population of about 1,024, with approximately 511 males and 513 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 614 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 54.88%, with male literacy at about 58.71% and female literacy near 51.07%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kichai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,024 511 513
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 140 63 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 614 302 312
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 562 300 262
Illiterate Population 462 211 251

Connectivity of Kichai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kichai. As per the 2011 stats, Kichai 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kichai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kichai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kichai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kichai

Where is Kichai located?
Kichai village is situated in Murarai Ii Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kichai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichai is Jajigram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kichai?
The pincode of Kichai is 731221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kichai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kichai is 1,024, with 511 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Kichai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kichai village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kichai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kichai is 54.88%. The male literacy rate is 58.71%, while the female literacy rate is 51.07%.