Kalikapur
Kalikapur is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Balitora is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur village.
Kalikapur has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 330508. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723157. Burnpur is nearest town to Kalikapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 234 | 106 | 128 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
Literate Population | 98 | 55 | 43 |
Illiterate Population | 136 | 51 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalikapur village:
- The total population of Kalikapur village is around 234, including approximately 106 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 1207 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Kalikapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalikapur village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 91 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalikapur village is about 41.88%, with male literacy at 51.89% and female literacy at 33.59%.
- There are around 42 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalikapur
- Where is Kalikapur located?
- Kalikapur village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalikapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalikapur is Balitora (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 723157, 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 234, with 106 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalikapur village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalikapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalikapur is 41.88%. The male literacy rate is 51.89%, while the female literacy rate is 33.59%.