Kalikapur

Kalikapur is a village located in Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.9km away from Tamluk, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kalikapur village. As per 2009 stats, Padumpur I is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur village.

Kalikapur has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Kalikapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalikapur is 344538. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721649. Tamluk is nearest town to Kalikapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kalikapur 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 Nandakumar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tamluk 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 Kalikapur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,208 1,151 1,057
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 247 122 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) 95 50 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,726 973 753
Illiterate Population 482 178 304

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

  • The total population of Kalikapur village is around 2,208, including approximately 1,151 males and 1,057 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Kalikapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalikapur village has 95 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kalikapur village is about 78.17%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 71.24%.
  • There are around 504 households in Kalikapur village.

Connectivity of Kalikapur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kalikapur

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

Srikanthakalaganda Chawrakalganda Srirampur Madanmohanchak Purbba Nukha Jay Krishnapur Mirjapur Hijalberya Simulia Mirikpur Barbasanta

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikapur

Where is Kalikapur located?
Kalikapur village is situated in Tamluk Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Padumpur I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kalikapur?
The pincode of Kalikapur is 721649, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalikapur is 2,208, with 1,151 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalikapur village has a total of 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikapur is 78.17%. The male literacy rate is 84.54%, while the female literacy rate is 71.24%.