Purba Kalikapur - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Purba Kalikapur is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Sahapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Kalikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Kalikapur is 316417. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.18 hectares and falls under the 731244 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purba Kalikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Kalikapur
As per Census 2011, Purba Kalikapur village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 114 males and 99 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Kalikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 83 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur 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 Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purba Kalikapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Purba Kalikapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Kalikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Kalikapur 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 Purba Kalikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Kalikapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Kalikapur
Where is Purba Kalikapur located?
Purba Kalikapur village is located in Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Kalikapur is Sahapur.
What is the pincode of Purba Kalikapur?
The pincode of Purba Kalikapur is 731244.
What is the population of Purba Kalikapur?
Purba Kalikapur has a total population of 213, including 114 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Purba Kalikapur?
There are 67 households in Purba Kalikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Kalikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Kalikapur is 67.14%. Male literacy is 72.81% and female literacy is 60.61%.