Chak.Kalikabari - Singur, Hooghly
Chak.Kalikabari is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.3 km from Singur. Beraberi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak.Kalikabari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak.Kalikabari is 325455. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.53 hectares and falls under the 712407 pincode. Sherophuli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chak.Kalikabari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak.Kalikabari
As per Census 2011, Chak.Kalikabari village has a total population of 798 people, consisting of 395 males and 403 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak.Kalikabari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 798 | 395 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 276 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 119 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Chak.Kalikabari
Chak.Kalikabari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aimachapsara | North | 0.91 km |
| Madanmohonpur | West | 0.92 km |
| Jampukur | South | 1.12 km |
| Mahisatikri | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Beraberi | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Lakshmanpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Chapsara | North | 1.67 km |
| Madhusudanpur | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Porra | North-West | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak.Kalikabari
Chak.Kalikabari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madhu Sudanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherophuli to Chak.Kalikabari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak.Kalikabari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak.Kalikabari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chak.Kalikabari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak.Kalikabari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak.Kalikabari
Where is Chak.Kalikabari located?
Chak.Kalikabari village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak.Kalikabari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak.Kalikabari is Beraberi.
What is the pincode of Chak.Kalikabari?
The pincode of Chak.Kalikabari is 712407.
What is the population of Chak.Kalikabari?
Chak.Kalikabari has a total population of 798, including 395 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Chak.Kalikabari?
There are 189 households in Chak.Kalikabari.
What is the literacy rate in Chak.Kalikabari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak.Kalikabari is 69.42%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 68.98%.