Kalanchi
Kalanchi is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.2km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 52.1km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Ramnagar is the gram panchayat of Kalanchi village.
Kalanchi has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Kalanchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalanchi is 322770. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743273. Gobardanga is nearest town to Kalanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kalanchi
Population of Kalanchi
Below is a concise population overview of Kalanchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 585 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 238 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 430 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 155 | 195 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalanchi village:
- The total population of Kalanchi village is around 1,153, including approximately 585 males and 568 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Kalanchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalanchi village has 446 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalanchi village is about 69.64%, with male literacy at 73.50% and female literacy at 65.67%.
- There are around 281 households in Kalanchi village.
Connectivity of Kalanchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Kalanchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalanchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalanchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalanchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalanchi
- Where is Kalanchi located?
- Kalanchi village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalanchi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalanchi is Ramnagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalanchi?
- The pincode of Kalanchi is 743273, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalanchi is 1,153, with 585 males and 568 females.
- How many households are there in Kalanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalanchi village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalanchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalanchi is 69.64%. The male literacy rate is 73.50%, while the female literacy rate is 65.67%.