Purba Kalikapur - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Purba Kalikapur is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Dhalpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Kalikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Kalikapur is 310995. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.83 hectares and falls under the 733126 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Kalikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Kalikapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Kalikapur village had a total population of 690 people, including 359 males and 331 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.00%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 76.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 359 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 278 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 81 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakurpai | East | 0.59 km |
| Purbba Gobindapur | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Srikrishnapur | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Uttar Jamalpur | West | 1.08 km |
| Balpara | East | 1.48 km |
| Dhalpara | South | 1.49 km |
| Banara | East | 1.69 km |
| Kharun | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Lalpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Purbba Thakurpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Kalikapur
Purba Kalikapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Purba Kalikapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Purba Kalikapur is about 20.5 km, with the usual travel time 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Kalikapur
Where is Purba Kalikapur located?
Purba Kalikapur village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purba Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Kalikapur is Dhalpara.
What is the pincode of Purba Kalikapur?
The pincode of Purba Kalikapur is 733126.
What is the population of Purba Kalikapur?
Purba Kalikapur had a total population of 690, including 359 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Purba Kalikapur?
Purba Kalikapur had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Kalikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Kalikapur was 82.00%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 76.37%.