Kalimba

Kalimba is a village located in Khanakul I subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Khanakul (tehsildar office) and 78.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rammohan I is the gram panchayat of Kalimba village.

Kalimba has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Kalimba

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalimba is 325838. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712406. Arambagh is nearest town to Kalimba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kalimba 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 Pursurah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arambag 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 Kalimba

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,211 618 593
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 88 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 401 191 210
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 798 443 355
Illiterate Population 413 175 238

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

  • The total population of Kalimba village is around 1,211, including approximately 618 males and 593 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Kalimba village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalimba village has 401 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalimba village is about 65.90%, with male literacy at 71.68% and female literacy at 59.87%.
  • There are around 276 households in Kalimba village.

Connectivity of Kalimba

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalimba. As per the 2011 stats, Kalimba 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalimba

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

Ganesh Bazar Chak Bhedua Saibona Gauran Mandaran Gauran Raghunathpur Langulpara Krishnanagar Gopalnagar Sahanpur Noada Narayanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalimba

Where is Kalimba located?
Kalimba village is situated in Khanakul I Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalimba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalimba is Rammohan I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalimba?
The pincode of Kalimba is 712406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalimba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalimba is 1,211, with 618 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Kalimba as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalimba village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalimba as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalimba is 65.90%. The male literacy rate is 71.68%, while the female literacy rate is 59.87%.