Kalapani
Kalapani is a village located in Cooch Behar Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Pundibari (tehsildar office) and 10.7km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Madhupur is the gram panchayat of Kalapani village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalapani unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Kalapani’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 Kalapani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalapani is 308277. The village spans a total geographical area of 1093.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736171. Cooch Behar is nearest town to Kalapani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kalapani
Population of Kalapani
According to the 2011 Census, Kalapani has a total population of about 5,480, with approximately 2,806 males and 2,674 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 820 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,763 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.28%, with male literacy at about 62.54% and female literacy near 49.70%. There are around 1,165 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalapani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,480 | 2,806 | 2,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 820 | 413 | 407 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,763 | 1,415 | 1,348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,084 | 1,755 | 1,329 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,396 | 1,051 | 1,345 |
Connectivity of Kalapani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalapani. As per the 2011 stats, Kalapani 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 Kalapani
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalapani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalapani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalapani
- Where is Kalapani located?
- Kalapani village is situated in Cooch Behar Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalapani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalapani is Madhupur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalapani?
- The pincode of Kalapani is 736171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalapani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalapani is 5,480, with 2,806 males and 2,674 females.
- How many households are there in Kalapani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalapani village has a total of 1,165 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalapani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalapani is 56.28%. The male literacy rate is 62.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.70%.