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.

Here you can discover what makes Kalikapur unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur 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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Kalikapur has a total population of about 512, with approximately 258 males and 254 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.30%, with male literacy at about 72.48% and female literacy near 51.97%. There are around 125 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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.