Kalikadihi
Kalikadihi is a village located in Pingla subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Pingla are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kalikadihi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kusumda is the gram panchayat of Kalikadihi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalikadihi unique in its vibrant Pingla-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kalikadihi’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 Kalikadihi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikadihi is 342543. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721124. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kalikadihi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Kalikadihi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalikadihi has a total population of about 367, with approximately 193 males and 174 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 89. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.48%, with male literacy at about 77.20% and female literacy near 67.24%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalikadihi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 44 | 57 |
Connectivity of Kalikadihi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalikadihi. As per the 2011 stats, Kalikadihi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalikadihi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalikadihi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalikadihi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikadihi
- Where is Kalikadihi located?
- Kalikadihi village is situated in Pingla Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikadihi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalikadihi is Kusumda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalikadihi?
- The pincode of Kalikadihi is 721124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalikadihi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikadihi is 367, with 193 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikadihi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikadihi village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikadihi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikadihi is 72.48%. The male literacy rate is 77.20%, while the female literacy rate is 67.24%.