Kaya
Kaya is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 38.1km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Ichapur Ii is the gram panchayat of Kaya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaya unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Kaya’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 Kaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaya is 322714. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743249. Gobardanga is nearest town to Kaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Kaya
Population of Kaya
According to the 2011 Census, Kaya has a total population of about 1,379, with approximately 722 males and 657 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 112 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 895 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.27%, with male literacy at about 84.49% and female literacy near 65.14%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 722 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 895 | 478 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 610 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 112 | 229 |
Connectivity of Kaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaya. As per the 2011 stats, Kaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaya
- Where is Kaya located?
- Kaya village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaya is Ichapur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaya?
- The pincode of Kaya is 743249, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaya is 1,379, with 722 males and 657 females.
- How many households are there in Kaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaya village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaya is 75.27%. The male literacy rate is 84.49%, while the female literacy rate is 65.14%.