Kalinja
About Kalinja
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalinja village is 340593. Kalinja village is located in Gopiballavpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Gopiballavpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalinja village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Petbindhi is the gram panchayat of Kalinja village.
The total geographical area of village is 168.52 hectares. Kalinja has a total population of 1,802 peoples, out of which male population is 940 while female population is 862. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalinja village is 71.14% out of which 75.11% males and 66.82% females are literate. There are about 384 houses in kalinja village. Pincode of kalinja village locality is 721517.
When it comes to administration, Kalinja village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalinja village comes under Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency. Jhargram is nearest town to kalinja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
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Population of Kalinja
The population details of Kalinja cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,802 | 940 | 862 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 299 | 160 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 706 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 234 | 286 |
Connectivity of Kalinja
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kalinja
Where is Kalinja located?
Kalinja village is situated in Gopiballavpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalinja is Petbindhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalinja?
The pincode of Kalinja is 721517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalinja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalinja is 1,802, with 940 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Kalinja as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalinja village has a total of 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinja as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalinja is 71.14%. The male literacy rate is 75.11%, while the female literacy rate is 66.82%.