Chhota Kalankai
Chhota Kalankai is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Chhota Kalankai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Palsya is the gram panchayat of Chhota Kalankai village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhota Kalankai unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Chhota Kalankai’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 Chhota Kalankai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhota Kalankai is 342038. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Chhota Kalankai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Chhota Kalankai
According to the 2011 Census, Chhota Kalankai has a total population of about 479, with approximately 251 males and 228 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 229. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.49%, with male literacy at about 60.16% and female literacy near 48.25%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhota Kalankai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 251 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 33 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 123 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 151 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 100 | 118 |
Connectivity of Chhota Kalankai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhota Kalankai. As per the 2011 stats, Chhota Kalankai 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 Chhota Kalankai
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhota Kalankai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhota Kalankai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhota Kalankai
- Where is Chhota Kalankai located?
- Chhota Kalankai village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Kalankai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Kalankai is Palsya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhota Kalankai?
- The pincode of Chhota Kalankai is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhota Kalankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhota Kalankai is 479, with 251 males and 228 females.
- How many households are there in Chhota Kalankai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhota Kalankai village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhota Kalankai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhota Kalankai is 54.49%. The male literacy rate is 60.16%, while the female literacy rate is 48.25%.