Kalora
Kalora is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 7.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Rajhat is the gram panchayat of Kalora village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalora unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Kalora’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalora
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalora is 325161. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.1 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Kalora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalora 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 Chunchura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalora
Population of Kalora
According to the 2011 Census, Kalora has a total population of about 1,156, with approximately 595 males and 561 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 64. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.81%, with male literacy at about 89.58% and female literacy near 81.82%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalora's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,156 | 595 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 533 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 62 | 102 |
Connectivity of Kalora
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalora. As per the 2011 stats, Kalora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalora
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalora.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalora
- Where is Kalora located?
- Kalora village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalora?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalora is Rajhat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kalora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalora is 1,156, with 595 males and 561 females.
- How many households are there in Kalora as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalora village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalora as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalora is 85.81%. The male literacy rate is 89.58%, while the female literacy rate is 81.82%.