Aligara
Aligara is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 1.6km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Aligara village. As per 2009 stats, Shibpur is the gram panchayat of Aligara village.
Here you can discover what makes Aligara unique in its vibrant Bansihari-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Aligara’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 Aligara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aligara is 311794. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733147. Gangarampur is nearest town to Aligara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Aligara
Population of Aligara
According to the 2011 Census, Aligara has a total population of about 2,417, with approximately 1,264 males and 1,153 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 624 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 70.75%, with male literacy at about 74.68% and female literacy near 66.44%. There are around 596 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aligara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,417 | 1,264 | 1,153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 113 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 327 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,710 | 944 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 320 | 387 |
Connectivity of Aligara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aligara. As per the 2011 stats, Aligara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Aligara
Knowing the nearby villages of Aligara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aligara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aligara
- Where is Aligara located?
- Aligara village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aligara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Aligara is Shibpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Aligara?
- The pincode of Aligara is 733147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aligara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aligara is 2,417, with 1,264 males and 1,153 females.
- How many households are there in Aligara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aligara village has a total of 596 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aligara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aligara is 70.75%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.44%.