Kalikapur
Kalikapur is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kalikapur village. As per 2009 stats, Chingishpur is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur village.
Kalikapur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kalikapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikapur is 311323. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733155. Balurghat is nearest town to Kalikapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kalikapur village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Kalikapur
Below is a concise population overview of Kalikapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 258 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 78 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 187 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalikapur village:
- The total population of Kalikapur village is around 512, including approximately 258 males and 254 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Kalikapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalikapur village has 150 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalikapur village is about 62.30%, with male literacy at 72.48% and female literacy at 51.97%.
- There are around 125 households in Kalikapur village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Chingishpur (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 733155, 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 512, with 258 males and 254 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikapur village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikapur is 62.30%. The male literacy rate is 72.48%, while the female literacy rate is 51.97%.