Kalimpong Ii
Kalimpong Ii is a Town and Subdivision in Darjiling District of West Bengal. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kalimpong Ii Block (CD) is 02157. The total area of Kalimpong Ii Subdivision is 333 km². Kalimpong Ii has a sex ratio of approximately 934 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision
Kalimpong Ii Subdivision has a total of 39 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Algarah Bazer D I F | Shantuk | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 2 | Bokhim Khasmahal | Gitabling | Kalimpong |
| 3 | Chumang Forest | Gitabling | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 4 | Dalapachan Khasmahal | Dalapchand | Kalimpong (14 km) |
| 5 | Dalapchan Ridge Reserve Forest | Dalapchand | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 6 | Dalapchan Slip Reserve Forest | Dalapchand | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 7 | Git Beong Khasmahal | Gitabling | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 8 | Git Dubling Khasmahal | Gitabling | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 9 | Icha Forest | Shangse | Kalimpong (8 km) |
| 10 | Kagey Khasmahal | Kage | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 11 | Kashone Khasmahal | Kashyong | Kalimpong (32 km) |
| 12 | Khampong Forest | Shantuk | Kalimpong Ii |
| 13 | Kolbong Forest | Lava Gitabeong | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 14 | Ladam Khasmahal | Kage | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 15 | Lava Bazar D I F | Lava Gitabeong | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 16 | Lava Forest | Lava Gitabeong | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 17 | Lingsay Khasmahal | Lingseykha | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 18 | Lingsaykha Khasmahal | Lingseykha | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 19 | Lolay Khasmahal | Lole | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 20 | Mangchu Forest | Shangse | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 21 | Mansong Cinchona Plantation | Shangse | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 22 | Maria Khasmahal | Kage | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 23 | Mayrong Forest | Syakiyong | Kalimpong (18 km) |
| 24 | Paiengaon Forest | Shantuk | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 25 | Paiyong Khasmahal | Payong | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 26 | Paktam Forest | Shantuk | Kalimpong Ii |
| 27 | Palla Khasmahal | Lole | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 28 | Paygang Khasmahal | Gitabling | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 29 | Pedong Bazar D I F | Pedon | Kalimpong (21 km) |
| 30 | Pedong Khasmahal | Pedon | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 31 | Rangpo Forest | Shangse | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 32 | Raset Forest | Lava Gitabeong | Kalimpong Ii |
| 33 | Rhenok Forest | Lingseykha | Kalimpong Ii |
| 34 | Rissium Forest | Shantuk | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 35 | Saihur Forest | Lole | Kalimpong Ii |
| 36 | Sakiyong Khasmahal | Syakiyong | Kalimpong (10 km) |
| 37 | Sangser Forest | Shangse | Kalimpong Ii |
| 38 | Sangser Khasmahal | Shangse | Kalimpong (8 km) |
| 39 | Santuk Khasmahal | Shantuk | Kalimpong (10 km) |
Population of Kalimpong Ii Subdivision
The population profile of Kalimpong Ii Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kalimpong Ii Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66,830 | 66,830 | N/A |
| Male Population | 34,546 | 34,546 | N/A |
| Female Population | 32,284 | 32,284 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,193 | 7,193 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,720 | 3,720 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,473 | 3,473 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 47,520 | 47,520 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 26,380 | 26,380 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 21,140 | 21,140 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 19,310 | 19,310 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 8,166 | 8,166 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 11,144 | 11,144 | N/A |
| Total Households | 13,172 | 13,172 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 66,830 people. Includes nearly 34,546 males and 32,284 females. Rural population is about 66,830 people.
- There are around 7,193 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,720 boys and 3,473 girls.
- Literate population is about 47,520 people. Non-literate population is around 19,310 people.
- There are nearly 13,172 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,961 | 1,961 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 963 | 963 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 998 | 998 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 24,773 | 24,773 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 12,679 | 12,679 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 12,094 | 12,094 | N/A |
| Population Density | 201 / km² | 201 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision is approximately 1,961 people, including 963 males and 998 females. Around 1,961 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision is about 24,773 people, including 12,679 males and 12,094 females. Around 24,773 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 201 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 201 people per sq. km.