Kakair
Kakair is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.8km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Kakair village. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Kakair village.
Here you can discover what makes Kakair unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kakair’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 Kakair
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kakair is 310535. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Kaliagong is nearest town to Kakair village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kakair
Population of Kakair
According to the 2011 Census, Kakair has a total population of about 639, with approximately 330 males and 309 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 613 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.90%, with male literacy at about 71.52% and female literacy near 43.37%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kakair's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 330 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 316 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 236 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 94 | 175 |
Connectivity of Kakair
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kakair. As per the 2011 stats, Kakair had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kakair
Knowing the nearby villages of Kakair helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kakair.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kakair
- Where is Kakair located?
- Kakair village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kakair?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kakair is Maligaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kakair?
- The pincode of Kakair is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kakair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kakair is 639, with 330 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Kakair as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kakair village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kakair as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kakair is 57.90%. The male literacy rate is 71.52%, while the female literacy rate is 43.37%.