Kaliganj - Kaliganj, Nadia
Kaliganj is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 50.4 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kaliganj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliganj is 321309. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.41 hectares and falls under the 741150 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaliganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliganj
As per Census 2011, Kaliganj village has a total population of 8,575 people, consisting of 4,430 males and 4,145 females. The village has 2,104 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 905 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,389 literate and 3,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,575 | 4,430 | 4,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 905 | 471 | 434 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,838 | 951 | 887 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,389 | 2,911 | 2,478 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,186 | 1,519 | 1,667 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliganj
Kaliganj is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Char Sujapur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Chapra | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Khidirpur | North | 1.64 km |
| Char Lakhuria | West | 1.73 km |
| Sahapur | East | 1.87 km |
| Anantapur | South | 2.09 km |
| Kamari | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Serpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Char Serpur | West | 2.49 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaliganj
Kaliganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pagla Chandi, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Kaliganj is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Kaliganj is about 50.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaliganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kaliganj
Where is Kaliganj located?
Kaliganj village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliganj?
Kaliganj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaliganj?
The pincode of Kaliganj is 741150.
What is the population of Kaliganj?
Kaliganj has a total population of 8,575, including 4,430 males and 4,145 females.
How many households are there in Kaliganj?
There are 2,104 households in Kaliganj.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliganj is 62.85%. Male literacy is 65.71% and female literacy is 59.78%.