Kamala
Kamala is a village located in Salbani subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Salbani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kamala village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bankibandh is the gram panchayat of Kamala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kamala unique in its vibrant Salbani-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kamala’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 Kamala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamala is 339082. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721147. Medinipur is nearest town to Kamala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kamala village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kamala
Population of Kamala
According to the 2011 Census, Kamala has a total population of about 888, with approximately 443 males and 445 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 810 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.06%, with male literacy at about 73.59% and female literacy near 52.58%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 443 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 404 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 326 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 117 | 211 |
Connectivity of Kamala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamala. As per the 2011 stats, Kamala 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kamala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamala
- Where is Kamala located?
- Kamala village is situated in Salbani Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kamala is Bankibandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kamala?
- The pincode of Kamala is 721147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kamala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamala is 888, with 443 males and 445 females.
- How many households are there in Kamala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamala village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamala is 63.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.58%.