Kalikapur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Kalikapur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from Haroa. Haroa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikapur is 323714. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.61 hectares and falls under the 743445 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kalikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalikapur
As per Census 2011, Kalikapur village has a total population of 4,378 people, consisting of 2,868 males and 1,510 females. The village has 752 households and a sex ratio of 526 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,326 literate and 1,052 illiterate residents. Additionally, 558 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,378 | 2,868 | 1,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 224 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 291 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,326 | 2,365 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,052 | 503 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikapur
Kalikapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sadarpurbehala | East | 1.06 km |
| Goalpukur | West | 1.40 km |
| Abjan Nagar | North | 1.60 km |
| Sakendarnagar | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Madartala | East | 2.18 km |
| Dhantala | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Jamalpur | West | 2.48 km |
| Chatkabaria | North | 2.69 km |
| Gobaria Abad | South | 2.86 km |
| Aziznagar | North-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalikapur
Kalikapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kankra Mirzanagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basirhat to Kalikapur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalikapur
Where is Kalikapur located?
Kalikapur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Haroa.
What is the pincode of Kalikapur?
The pincode of Kalikapur is 743445.
What is the population of Kalikapur?
Kalikapur has a total population of 4,378, including 2,868 males and 1,510 females.
How many households are there in Kalikapur?
There are 752 households in Kalikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikapur is 75.97%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 63.64%.