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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalanchi unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kalanchi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalanchi has a total population of about 1,153, with approximately 585 males and 568 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.64%, with male literacy at about 73.50% and female literacy near 65.67%. There are around 281 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalanchi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.