Kaliganj

Kaliganj is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Gosanimari Ii is the gram panchayat of Kaliganj village.

Kaliganj has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Kaliganj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaliganj is 308469. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736135. Dinhata is nearest town to Kaliganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kaliganj 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 Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar 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 Kaliganj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 400 217 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 24 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 328 174 154
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 240 152 88
Illiterate Population 160 65 95

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

  • The total population of Kaliganj village is around 400, including approximately 217 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Kaliganj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaliganj village has 328 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kaliganj village is about 60.00%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 48.09%.
  • There are around 88 households in Kaliganj village.

Connectivity of Kaliganj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaliganj. As per the 2011 stats, Kaliganj 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 Kaliganj

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

Takimari Bhitar Kamata Phulbari Kharija Bhutkura Dwaria Rangapani Khalisaguri Chakiarpara Pratham Khanda Chauler Kuthi Paharganj Chakisal

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaliganj

Where is Kaliganj located?
Kaliganj village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliganj is Gosanimari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaliganj?
The pincode of Kaliganj is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaliganj is 400, with 217 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaliganj village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaliganj is 60.00%. The male literacy rate is 70.05%, while the female literacy rate is 48.09%.