Alikasha
Alikasha is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Alikasha village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Alikosha is the gram panchayat of Alikasha village.
Here you can discover what makes Alikasha unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Alikasha’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 Alikasha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alikasha is 343706. The village spans a total geographical area of 128.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721451. Kharagpur is nearest town to Alikasha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Alikasha
Population of Alikasha
According to the 2011 Census, Alikasha has a total population of about 873, with approximately 439 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 75 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.15%, with male literacy at about 82.23% and female literacy near 76.04%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alikasha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 439 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 691 | 361 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 78 | 104 |
Connectivity of Alikasha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alikasha. As per the 2011 stats, Alikasha 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 Alikasha
Knowing the nearby villages of Alikasha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alikasha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alikasha
- Where is Alikasha located?
- Alikasha village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alikasha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alikasha is Alikosha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alikasha?
- The pincode of Alikasha is 721451, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alikasha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alikasha is 873, with 439 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Alikasha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alikasha village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alikasha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alikasha is 79.15%. The male literacy rate is 82.23%, while the female literacy rate is 76.04%.