Kaliam

Kaliam is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kaliam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Aguiboni is the gram panchayat of Kaliam village.

Kaliam has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Kaliam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaliam is 339923. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Kaliam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kaliam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kaliam

Below is a concise population overview of Kaliam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 194 103 91
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 10 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 73 38 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22 12 10
Literate Population 116 77 39
Illiterate Population 78 26 52

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kaliam village:

  • The total population of Kaliam village is around 194, including approximately 103 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Kaliam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kaliam village has 73 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kaliam village is about 59.79%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 42.86%.
  • There are around 44 households in Kaliam village.

Connectivity of Kaliam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaliam. As per the 2011 stats, Kaliam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kaliam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kaliam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaliam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaliam

Where is Kaliam located?
Kaliam village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliam is Aguiboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaliam?
The pincode of Kaliam is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaliam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaliam is 194, with 103 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Kaliam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaliam village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaliam is 59.79%. The male literacy rate is 74.76%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.