Kalancha
Kalancha is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 74.7km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Beroil is the gram panchayat of Kalancha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalancha unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kalancha’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 Kalancha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalancha is 310354. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Kalancha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalancha
Population of Kalancha
According to the 2011 Census, Kalancha has a total population of about 331, with approximately 168 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 328 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 71.60%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 64.42%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalancha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 168 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 328 | 166 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 132 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 36 | 58 |
Connectivity of Kalancha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalancha. As per the 2011 stats, Kalancha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalancha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalancha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalancha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalancha
- Where is Kalancha located?
- Kalancha village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalancha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalancha is Beroil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalancha?
- The pincode of Kalancha is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalancha is 331, with 168 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Kalancha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalancha village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalancha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalancha is 71.60%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 64.42%.