Kajla
Kajla 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 Kajla village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Lachhmapur is the gram panchayat of Kajla village.
Here you can discover what makes Kajla unique in its vibrant Kharagpur Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kajla’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 Kajla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kajla is 341772. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721301. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kajla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Kajla
Population of Kajla
According to the 2011 Census, Kajla has a total population of about 1,193, with approximately 600 males and 593 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 527. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.54%, with male literacy at about 73.00% and female literacy near 55.99%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kajla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 600 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 265 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 438 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 162 | 261 |
Connectivity of Kajla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kajla. As per the 2011 stats, Kajla 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kajla
Knowing the nearby villages of Kajla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kajla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kajla
- Where is Kajla located?
- Kajla village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kajla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kajla is Lachhmapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kajla?
- The pincode of Kajla is 721301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kajla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kajla is 1,193, with 600 males and 593 females.
- How many households are there in Kajla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kajla village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kajla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kajla is 64.54%. The male literacy rate is 73.00%, while the female literacy rate is 55.99%.