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 information the sub-district code of Kalimpong Ii Block (CD) is 02157. Total area of kalimpong ii subdivision is 333 km². Kalimpong Ii subdivision has a population of 66,830 peoples. Kalimpong Ii subdivision has a population density of 200.5 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 13,172 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 71.11% population of kalimpong ii subdivision is literate, out of which 76.36% males and 65.48% females are literate.
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'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 |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Kalimpong Ii Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| 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 |