Kalinga
Kalinga is a village located in Chapra subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.4km away from sub-district headquarter Bangaljhi (tehsildar office) and 15.2km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Kalinga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalinga unique in its vibrant Chapra-Nadia region. You’ll see Kalinga’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 Kalinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalinga is 321562. The village spans a total geographical area of 212.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741166. Krishnagar is nearest town to Kalinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kalinga
Population of Kalinga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalinga has a total population of about 892, with approximately 462 males and 430 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.55%, with male literacy at about 64.72% and female literacy near 58.14%. There are around 212 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 892 | 462 | 430 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 67 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 549 | 299 | 250 |
Illiterate Population | 343 | 163 | 180 |
Connectivity of Kalinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalinga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalinga
- Where is Kalinga located?
- Kalinga village is situated in Chapra Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalinga?
- Kalinga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalinga?
- The pincode of Kalinga is 741166, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalinga is 892, with 462 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalinga village has a total of 212 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalinga is 61.55%. The male literacy rate is 64.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.