Kashikuri

Kashikuri is a village located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Kashikuri village. As per 2009 stats, Autina is the gram panchayat of Kashikuri village.

Kashikuri has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kashikuri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kashikuri is 311598. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733127. Balurghat is nearest town to Kashikuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kashikuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kashikuri

Below is a concise population overview of Kashikuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 543 267 276
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 23 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 285 138 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 56 30 26
Literate Population 288 162 126
Illiterate Population 255 105 150

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kashikuri village:

  • The total population of Kashikuri village is around 543, including approximately 267 males and 276 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Kashikuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kashikuri village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kashikuri village is about 53.04%, with male literacy at 60.67% and female literacy at 45.65%.
  • There are around 148 households in Kashikuri village.

Connectivity of Kashikuri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kashikuri. As per the 2011 stats, Kashikuri 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kashikuri

Knowing the nearby villages of Kashikuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kashikuri.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kashikuri

Where is Kashikuri located?
Kashikuri village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashikuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashikuri is Autina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kashikuri?
The pincode of Kashikuri is 733127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kashikuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kashikuri is 543, with 267 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Kashikuri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kashikuri village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kashikuri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kashikuri is 53.04%. The male literacy rate is 60.67%, while the female literacy rate is 45.65%.